^Lot 674 Diego Rivera

Highly regarded and influential Mexican artist (1886–1957) who earned international acclaim—and stirred controversy—for his powerful, politically charged murals. DS, one page, 8 x 11.5, February 27, 1930. Declaration in Connection with Paintings, etc., and Sculptures, partially completed and signed by Rivera attesting he is the painter of “one oil painting ‘Workers holly day’ an seven water colours, six landscapes and one head,” with the bottom portion filled out and signed by Vice Consul of the United States William Farrell. An invoice of merchandise is stapled to the front of the declaration assigning a value of “700 Mexican silver.” Expected folds, a few creases, and staples to top edge, otherwise fine condition.