Rare 1960 Francisco Zúñiga Bronze Sculpture: Mujer Sentada con Rebozo – Authenticated with 1st Ed. Monograph

Elevate your collection or executive office with this exceptionally rare, early-period patinated bronze sculpture by the legendary Master of Latin American Modernism, Francisco Zúñiga (1912–1998). Cast in 1960, this piece predates his more commonly seen works from the late 1960s and 1970s, making it an incredibly unique find for discerning investors and high-end art lovers. The sculpture beautifully embodies Zúñiga’s signature celebration of the female form, depicting a seated woman draped in a traditional Mexican rebozo (shawl). Provenance & Authenticity • Verification: Special thanks to the artist’s son, Ariel Zúñiga, for personally confirming the authenticity of this masterpiece. • Literature: Documented and cataloged in A. Zúñiga, Francisco Zúñiga: Catalogue Raisonné, Mexico, 2006, position #450. Companion Piece Included This sculpture is offered together with the rare 1980 1st Edition monograph: Francisco Zúñiga (Mexico DF: Ediciones Galeria de Arte Misrachi). The heavy, oversized book is in fine condition and complete with its original slipcase, adding immense archival value to this acquisition. Condition & Details • Medium: Beautifully cast patinated bronze on an ebonized wood plinth. • Markings: Incised on the lower right of the statue: Zúñiga / 1960. • Condition: Good vintage condition. Displays an even, beautiful medium-brown patina with expected, minor general marks, light surface scratches, and rubbing consistent with age. • Dimensions: 10" Height x 8 ¾" Width x 10" Depth. ________________________________________ Executive & Corporate Offices • The Power Desk: Place it on a corner of a large mahogany, walnut, or glass executive desk. Position it next to a minimalist task lamp to let the bronze patina catch the light during evening hours. • Credenza Focal Point: Center the sculpture on a low credenza directly behind the main desk. Flank it with the included 1980 monograph resting on a brass book easel on one side, and a simple orchid on the other. • Boardroom Display: Set it on a recessed wall niche or a dedicated pedestal in a corporate boardroom. It serves as an elegant conversation starter for high-profile clients and partners. Modern & Minimalist Living Spaces • The Gallery Pedestal: Mount the sculpture on a freestanding matte black or stark white gallery pedestal (36 to 42 inches high). Place it in an empty corner or a transition hallway with a dedicated ceiling spotlight. • Low-Profile Coffee Table: Feature it as the centerpiece on a thick, solid-stone or raw-edge wood coffee table. Surround it with a few select luxury art books to create an inviting, curated look. • Fireplace Mantel Art: Anchor a minimalist fireplace by placing the sculpture on one side of the mantelpiece. Leave the other side relatively open to embrace an asymmetrical, contemporary aesthetic.