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Rufino Tamayo — Mujer en lila (Woman in Lilac); Cabeza de mujer (Head of a Woman); and Hombre en fondo verde (Man on Green Background) (P. 113; 114; 287)
Rufino Tamayo

Mujer en lila (Woman in Lilac); Cabeza de mujer (Head of a Woman); and Hombre en fondo verde (Man on Green Background) (P. 113; 114; 287)

Three works by Mexican artist Rufino Tamayo depicting female and male figures in his characteristic style. These pieces showcase Tamayo's exploration of color and form in portraiture.

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Auction House · Phillips

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Evening & Day Editions

September 18, 2025

Lot 200

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Rufino Tamayo, Mujer en lila (Woman in Lilac); Cabeza de mujer (Head of a Woman); and Hombre en fondo verde (Man on Green Background) (P. 113; 114; 287)

Three works by Mexican artist Rufino Tamayo depicting female and male figures in his characteristic style. These pieces showcase Tamayo's exploration of color and form in portraiture.

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Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

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Woman In Lilac, Color, Portraiture, Modern Art, Three Works, Mexican, Figuration, Man, Head Of Woman, Rufino Tamayo

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