Overview
A delicate 'first state' etching by the renowned Mexican master Federico Cantú, depicting his most iconic and celebrated theme of maternal love.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Federico Cantú 'Maternidad' Etching, 1969
Photo reference
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Story
Federico Cantú was already a titan of Mexican art when he pulled this print in 1969, a year after the world's eyes were on Mexico City for the Olympics.
Maker / Origin
Federico Cantú Garza was a polymath who studied in Paris at the legendary 'La Ruche' alongside masters like André Lhote and was a contemporary of the great muralists.
Condition & Value
The print shows some light toning and yellowing consistent with age, likely due to contact with non-archival mounting materials. Federico Cantú is a highly respected name in Latin American art.
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