Miguel Covarrubias - Drawing on paper

Updated August 7, 2026

Lot number	929
Estimate	2,000.00 - 6,000.00 USD
Auction	August Fine Art Auction and Consignment Sales
Date	August 7, 2026 at 5:45 PM EDT
Auction house	Gallery Arts & Auctions Co.

1. Artist: Miguel Covarrubias Medium: Drawing on paper Condition: good general condition Listing: Private Collection 2. A beautiful drawing on paper by Miguel Covarrubias. The artwork measures 10 3/4 x 8 3/8 inches and is from a private collection. This work of art embodies the artistic style reminiscent of Miguel Covarrubias. Also known as El Chamaco, he was a great painter, caricaturist, illustrator, writer, anthropologist, archaeologist, museographer, collector, set and costume designer, and dance director. He was what can fairly be called a humanist, sincerely and passionately dedicated to the study of culture, not only of Mexico, but also of other latitudes, such as: the United States, Central and South America, China, Bali and North Africa. 3. For additional information on certification, provenance, or any questions about this piece or other items, please feel free to contact us 24/7. Communicate via email through the Hibid platform. There is a secondary market for uncatalogued paintings like this, which explains the lower estimated and sales prices compared to paintings by cataloged artists. Please see the final image to compare prices. This will provide you with valuable market value and contextual information to assess the value of this exceptional painting. If you have any specific questions or need more help understanding comparable pricing, please feel free to contact us via email. We are here to help you and provide you with any additional information you may need. 4. Condition: If you are a potential buyer interested in this item and would like to bid, please save the item and continue bidding. Please do not bid if you are not sure you will pay at the end of the auction. The artwork is in immaculate condition, complete with a frame and shows no signs of breakage or damage. Certain artwork frames have been touched up, cleaned and, where deemed necessary, replaced. It is sold "as is" and we recommend that you refer to the photographs as an integral part of the item description. Please note that the absence of a condition report does not necessarily guarantee excellent condition. It is essential to understand that all items in this catalog are sold in the artistic style of the original creator. "In the artist's style" indicates that the piece is not listed in the artist's documented catalog and may have been painted by the artist. or another person inspired by the artist's style. The origin of this piece is uncertain. While some items may include certifications from independent art appraisers, if you have any questions about the certification of a specific piece in this catalog, please feel free to contact us."

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