
Cabrito
1965
A playful yet haunting depiction rendered in rich gouache on an unconventional goat skin surface, this work by Mexican master Francisco Toledo blurs the boundary between medium and subject matter. The choice of goat skin as a canvas adds a visceral, ritualistic dimension to the image, a hallmark of Toledo's deep connection to the natural world and the indigenous traditions of Oaxaca. Toledo's signature visual language merges animal folklore with earthy, organic textures, creating a piece that feels both primitive and profoundly sophisticated.
- Medium
- gouache on goat skin
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Latin America
May 24, 2017
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