Alice Rahon (Mexican 1914-1987) Daphnis y Chloe

Alice Rahon (Mexican, 1914-1987) Daphnis y Chloe , alternatively titled Encuentro Breve Signed and dated "Alice Rahon 63" in pen l. r., partially titled "Daphnis y Chl... /Encuentro Bre..." on the reverse, identified on a label from the Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes, Museo Nacional de Arte Moderno Mexico, affixed to the paper backing. Oil and sand on paper/board, 11 3/4 x 16 in. (29.8 x 40.6 cm), framed. Condition: Partially reinforced signature in graphite, mounted to Masonite, abrasions to u.l. and u.r. quadrants, surface grime. Provenance: Through the collection of the artist; private Manchester, New Hampshire, collection. N.B. We wish to thank Oscar Roman for his kind assistance with cataloging the lot; a certificate from Galeria Oscar Roman accompanies the lot.