Diego Rivera, LETTER TO ALBERTO MISRACHI

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Translation

September 24

Mr. Alberto Misrachi

Alberto,

I have finished a painting, that I will deliver to you tomorrow. It measures 75 cm by 61 cm, which according to the scale is worth 3,000, which with the 25% discount results in 2,250. I ask you deduct this amount from the account of Arturo Arau, for tax payment. It is very urgent.

Thank you in advance. With this letter I acknowledge receipt of the advance payment.

Sincerely,

Diego Rivera"

Further Information

This letter written and signed by the hand of Diego Rivera, is a wonderful document from eighty years ago, communicating with Rivera’s art dealer, Alberto Misrachi.

Misrachi was a giant in the art world in Mexico, and was a close friend of both Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo.

The letter, was until now in the possession of the Alberto Misrachi heirs, and relates directly to a painting that Diego Rivera is selling through Alberto Misrachi - giving us a glimpse into a moment in time, in which Rivera communicates both as a friend and business partner with Misrachi.

Another point of interest is that the letter was inherited by one of the three daughters of Alberto Misrachi, who's God Mother was Frida Kahlo.

The letter is in very good condition and has never been framed or exposed to light.

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