Description MANUEL GONZALEZ SERRANO (Mexican 1917-1960) A PAINTING, "Portrait of a Raven Haired Beauty," 1939, oil on canvas, signed, placed, and dated L/R, "M. Gonzalez Serrano, Mexico, 1939." 37" x 27" Note: The sitter in a black high fashion Lanvin style dress is attributed as?Eleanor Freed, Houston art critic, on tag verso, labeled, "Hart Galleries."?The beauty with raspberry lipstick and rouged cheeks?holds a pale pink rose in one hand, and on the other she wears a gold and emerald bangle, ending with en vogue dusty mauve polished nails. A powder blue and gilt striped Art Deco vase stands at her back. Provenance: Estate of David E. Brauer, Houston, Texas.
Condition Report Some surface wear throughout including some scratches and abrasive losses and damages, but overall in fair to good condition, wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.