Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

Mexican, 1899-1991

Rufino Tamayo was born in Oaxaca, Mexico, in 1899 to parents Manuel Arellanes and Florentina Tamayo. Tamayo was active in the mid-20th century in Mexico and New York, painting figurative abstraction with surrealist influences. Although Tamayo studied drawing at the Academy of Art at San Carlos as a young adult, he became dissatisfied and eventually decided to study on his own.

Creator: Rufino Tamayo

"Museo de Arte Prehispanico de Mexico" Oaxaca Poster Signed by Rufino Tomayo

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"Museo de Arte Prehispanico de Mexico" Oaxaca Poster Signed by Rufino Tomayo

By Rufino Tamayo

Located in San Diego, CA

Super rare "Museo de Arte Prehispanico de Mexico" Oaxaca poster signed by Rufino Tomayo, circa 1970s. The poster is in good vintage condition mounted on board (no rip tears, pin holes or creases) with with some fading and stains (please see pictures). It is signed in the lower center in marker by Tomayo. The piece measures 18" x 27.5" and is a very hard to find poster! #2346 Rufino Tamayo was born in the city of Oaxaca in 1899, but moved to Mexico City to live with an aunt after the death of his parents. Despite being an orphan and growing up in poverty he showed a great interest in the arts, and went on to study fine art at the Escuela Nacional de Artes Plasticas. Although Tamayo was a modernist artist he was fascinated by Mexico’s indigenous civilizations and their enduring presence in the country’s collective conscious, and he sought to portray this connection to the past in his artwork. Rather like his contemporary Diego Riviera...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Expressionist Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

Rufino Tamayo - Cabeza en Amarillo, 1976 Signed Aquatint Etching 61/75- Abstract

$9,000

Rufino Tamayo - Cabeza en Amarillo, 1976 Signed Aquatint Etching 61/75- Abstract

By Rufino Tamayo

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A modern aquatint etching print on Arches paper titled "Cabeza en Amarillo (Head in Yellow)" by Rufino Tamayo. Hand signed in pencil on the lower right with an annotation of 61/75 on...

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1970s Mexican Modern Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

Rufino Tamayo Mixografia Print 21/75, Mexico 1970s

$16,000

Rufino Tamayo Mixografia Print 21/75, Mexico 1970s

By Rufino Tamayo

Located in New York, NY

In 1973 Tamayo was invited by a lithograph and printmaker, to collaborate on a suite of prints at Taller de Gráfica Mexicana in Mexico City. Mixografia® was developed in direct respo...

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1970s Mexican Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

Andre Derain Etching signed in pencil

$2,500

H 25.25 in W 18.5 in D 1 in

Andre Derain Etching signed in pencil

By Andre Darin

Located in Hudson, NY

Andre Derain was born in Chatou France in 1880. He met Matisse early in his life but was conscripted into the French army in 1901. After his service and when released Matisse convinced his parents to allow him to stop training as an engineering student to develop his artistic talents. He devoted himself full time to painting and attended the Academie Julian. He developed his early important style with close friends Maurice de Vlaminck and Henri Matisse. This became known as Fauvism and helped to usher in the other modern movements in art throughout the 20th century. The notable art dealer Ambroise Vollard sent Derain to London to work on a series of city-themed paintings that cemented his career as an important world-class artist. In 1907 his entire studios...

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1950s French Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

Signed Durham Cathedral Antique Drypoint Etching Drawing, 19th Century, England

$1,200

H 16 in W 8 in D 0.1 in

Signed Durham Cathedral Antique Drypoint Etching Drawing, 19th Century, England

Located in West Hartford, CT

Rare, antique drypoint etching pencil signed by the artist whose name is illegible, circa mid-19th century, England.

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

1966 Iberia, Mexico Original Vintage Poster

$1,877

H 38.6 in W 27.2 in D 0.1 in

1966 Iberia, Mexico Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

Beautiful poster from 1966 promoting Iberia airlines routes to Mexico. The Spanish airline was founded in 1927 and continues strong to this day. With brilliant Art Deco design depict...

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1960s Art Deco Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Linen, Paper

Antique Art Deco Framed Louis Icart Etching “Manon”, Signed, Paris circa 1920

$1,650

H 36.5 in W 28.5 in D 2 in

Antique Art Deco Framed Louis Icart Etching “Manon”, Signed, Paris circa 1920

By Louis Icart

Located in Bernville, PA

Antique Art Deco Louis Icart print titled "Manon" depicts a woman walking from a carriage. Embossed lower left L.I Paris 6 of 492, pencil signed lower right, framed in a beautiful go...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Other

Antique Print of the Spanish Conqueror of Mexico, c.1750

$125Sale Price|20% Off

H 10.24 in W 15.56 in D 0 in

Antique Print of the Spanish Conqueror of Mexico, c.1750

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique print titled 'Marina, et autres femmes donnees a cortez'. This print depicts the Spanish conqueror of Mexico, and some of his soldiers, being presented with the gift of sever...

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18th Century Antique Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

Original Midcentury Abstract Art Poster Signed by the Artist, Jacus

$236Sale Price|20% Off

H 26.25 in W 18 in D 0.07 in

Original Midcentury Abstract Art Poster Signed by the Artist, Jacus

By A. Jacus

Located in Miami, FL

A very decorative original midcentury abstract art poster signed by listed artist A. Jacus. This beautiful poster was displayed during the exhibition at the La Boutique...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

Erté (Romain de Tirtoff) Costumes of the Latin Quarter, Signed Exhibition Poster

$560

H 27.25 in W 23.5 in D 0.001 in

Erté (Romain de Tirtoff) Costumes of the Latin Quarter, Signed Exhibition Poster

By Erté

Located in San Carlos, CA

Erté (Romain de Tirtoff) Costumes of the Latin Quarter, Signed Exhibition Poster, Boston Center for the Arts A striking original exhibition poster by the legendary Art Deco master E...

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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

Framed Mexican Watercolor on Paper Attributed to Rufino Tamayo

$6,500

H 13.5 in W 19.5 in D 1 in

Framed Mexican Watercolor on Paper Attributed to Rufino Tamayo

By Rufino Tamayo

Located in Atlanta, GA

A framed watercolor and gouache on paper depicting sliced watermelon on a color block background, signed Tamayo and dated 1945 as shown. The work was in keeping with the style of Rufino Tamayo and it retains a paper label from Salon de la Plastica Mexicana, listing the detail info. SPM was formed in 1949 to promote contemporary Mexican artists...

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1940s Mexican Modern Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

Edna Andrade Silk Screen Print, Signed 95/120, Modern, 1970s

$585

H 13 in W 11.5 in D 0.07 in

Edna Andrade Silk Screen Print, Signed 95/120, Modern, 1970s

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Edna Andrade Silk Screen Print done in conjunction with Poems by Lynne Honickman with an introduction to the Poet by Anais Nin. Edition of 120. Signed bottom right corner with 95/1...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

Mexican Modern Art Woodblock Print 11/50 Red Drawing 5 Oaxaca, Mexico

$250

H 6 in W 7.75 in D 0.4 in

Mexican Modern Art Woodblock Print 11/50 Red Drawing 5 Oaxaca, Mexico

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Mexican Modern original Art Oaxaca Artist 11/50 red and white drawing 5 Signed numbered Woodblock Print. 7.75 x 6 x Art 5.85 x 3.75 Preowned vintage ...

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1990s Mexican Modern Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Monumental Hand-Painted Mexican Wrestling Movie Poster

$2,500

H 60.24 in W 43.31 in D 0.4 in

Monumental Hand-Painted Mexican Wrestling Movie Poster

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Impressive large-scale Mexican cinematic poster, hand-painted in oil and acrylic on canvas (loneta), created for the cult classic Santo vs. Los Cazadores de Cabezas (1969), starring ...

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1970s Mexican Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Canvas

Signed Figural Abstract Aquatint Colored Etching

$950

H 17.75 in W 23.5 in

Signed Figural Abstract Aquatint Colored Etching

Located in Chicago, IL

Vivid color and intricate design are the focal points of this aquatint colored etching print numbered 2 of 4. Signed I.P.I.

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1970s American Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Metal

Previously Available Items

Rufino Tamayo, Embossed Etching, Mix, "Personaje Blanco" Signed, Numbered

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H 41 in W 33 in D 2 in

Rufino Tamayo, Embossed Etching, Mix, "Personaje Blanco" Signed, Numbered

By Rufino Tamayo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Here we have an early HC X/X edition of Personaje Blanco, before the whole edition was made in 1976. This is signed in crayon LR and Numbered LL. The dimensions of the sheet are 29 7...

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1970s Spanish Modern Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

Rufino Tamayo, "Cabeza en Rojo" Aquatint, Etching, Lithograph Signed and # 71/99

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H 22 in W 29.75 in D 0.1 in

Rufino Tamayo, "Cabeza en Rojo" Aquatint, Etching, Lithograph Signed and # 71/99

By Rufino Tamayo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a small edition and very well made by Poligrafa Barcelona, Spain documented in 15 Aguafuertes 1979. Signed and numbered in white crayon 71/99. Good impression and color.

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1970s Modern Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

Rufino Tamayo Lithograph

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H 14.25 in W 14.25 in D 0.5 in

Rufino Tamayo Lithograph

By Rufino Tamayo

Located in Atlanta, GA

Vibrant color "Cabeza" Lithograph by Rufino Tamayo, Mexico, circa 1970s. It has been framed in a clean lined black lacquer gallery frame under UV resistant glass.

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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Editioned Print Mujer by Tamayo Rufino

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H 39 in W 31.5 in D 1 in

Editioned Print Mujer by Tamayo Rufino

By Rufino Tamayo

Located in Atlanta, GA

A beautifully framed etching in color print on Guarro paper: Mujer from Rufino Tamayo (1899-1991), 15 aguafuertes, circa 1980. Signed lower right. Editioned 57/99 lower left. Presen...

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1980s Mexican Modern Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Metal

Rufino Tamayo, Personaje en Gris, Lithography in Colors, Signed, Numbered, Framed

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H 29.5 in W 21.75 in D 0.1 in

Rufino Tamayo, Personaje en Gris, Lithography in Colors, Signed, Numbered, Framed

By Rufino Tamayo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Very well know artist Rufino Tamayo in this known piece, lithograph. Framed. Including frame measures 37 H by 29.5 inches, 1.5 deep.

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1980s Spanish Post-Modern Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

Selection of Modernist Lithographs by Rufino Tamayo

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H 36.75 in W 30.25 in D 1 in

Selection of Modernist Lithographs by Rufino Tamayo

By Rufino Tamayo

Located in Atlanta, GA

Selection of Modernist Color Lithographs by Rufino Tamayo, Mexico, circa 1960's. From the estate of Mr. Silas Higgins. The purchaser will be provided with a copy of the original reci...

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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper, Wood

Original Rufino Tamayo Mixografia

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H 37 in W 29.25 in D 1.5 in

Original Rufino Tamayo Mixografia

By Rufino Tamayo

Located in North Miami, FL

Original mixografia on thick handmade paper by the late Rufino Tamayo. Frame is aluminum.

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1970s Mexican Folk Art Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

Rufino Tamayo Original Print "mixografia"

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H 37 in W 29.25 in D 1.5 in

Rufino Tamayo Original Print "mixografia"

By Rufino Tamayo

Located in North Miami, FL

Original print or mixografia on thick handmade paper by the late Rufino Tamayo. Frame is aluminum.

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1970s Mexican Folk Art Vintage Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

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Paper

Rufino Tamayo wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs.

Rufino Tamayo wall decorations are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of paper and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Rufino Tamayo wall decorations, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original wall decorations by Rufino Tamayo were created in the modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider wall decorations by José Luis Cuevas, Sergio Hernández, and Francisco Zúñiga. Prices for Rufino Tamayo wall decorations can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,000 and can go as high as $16,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,500.

Questions About Rufino Tamayo Wall Decorations

How many paintings did Rufino Tamayo have?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Mexican painter Rufino Tamayo had over 1300 oil paintings. He also worked in a variety of other mediums, but most of his work was done with vibrantly colored oil paint and this is the highlight of his legacy. Browse an array of authentic Rufino Tamayo pieces and prints on 1stDibs.
What type of art did Rufino Tamayo paint?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
The type of art that Rufino Tamayo painted was primarily figurative abstraction. Although Tamayo studied drawing at the Academy of Art at San Carlos as a young adult, the Mexican artist became dissatisfied and eventually decided to study on his own. Some of his most famous works include Watermelons, Three People, Moon and Sun, Woman in Grey, The Troubadour and Moon Dog. Find a variety of Rufino Tamayo art on 1stDibs.