This work features a stylized donkey carrying a basket of fruit, rendered in a graphic, linear style characteristic of Mid-Century Mexican modernism. The piece is executed on amate paper, a traditional handmade bark paper with a distinct fibrous texture, and is float-mounted on a linen mat within a gilded wood frame.

Specifications

• Artist: Humberto O'Cadiz (Mexican, 1928-2002)

• Medium: Ink on amate bark paper

• Dimensions: H:21in W:17in

• Framing: Gilded wood frame with linen-wrapped matting

Description

A whimsical ink drawing on amate paper depicting a pack animal, likely a donkey or burro, laden with a crate containing pineapples and other tropical fruits. The artist utilizes a precise, cross-hatched, and rhythmic line-work to define the animal’s form and the textures of the cargo. The natural, deckled edges of the amate paper are showcased through a float-mount presentation, highlighting the organic irregularities of the substrate. Humberto O'Cadiz was a prominent Mexican architect and artist known for his contributions to the Mid-Century aesthetic, often blending modern graphic sensibilities with traditional Mexican themes and materials. Signed "Humberto O'Cadiz" in ink along the right edge.

Keywords

Humberto O'Cadiz, Mexican Modernism, Amate Paper Art, Mid-Century Modern Art, Latin American Art, Ink Drawing, Bark Paper, Stylized Animal Art, Mexican Architect Artist, Folk Art Influence, Burro Drawing, Vintage Mexican Art, Collectible Art.