Rodolfo Morales Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Rodolfo Morales Art Value Price Guide

Sep. 25, 2026
Rodolfo Morales Mixed Media Collage - Puppies (1993)
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001). Puppies Drinking Tea. Mixed Media Collage, 1993. Signed at lower right. A playful yet tender mixed media collage, this work by Rodolfo Morales presents two wide-eyed puppies flanking a tea bag labeled "Plantation Mint," surrounded by shimmering silver hearts inscribed "10 de Mayo" and "Felicidades," transforming an everyday object into a dreamlike celebration of memory and affection. Constructed from layered papers, cut shapes, lace, metallic foils, soft felts, and commercial packaging, the composition exemplifies Morales' lifelong fascination with collage as both intimate ritual and public expression. The puppies, rendered in flat planes of rich brown and warm yellow, face forward with exaggerated eyes, elongated snouts, and gently extended paws. Their simplified, almost mask-like faces and playful red tongues give them a childlike immediacy and innocence. Size of collage: 19.25" W x 13" H (48.9 cm x 33 cm); of frame: 23.5" W x 17.5" H (59.7 cm x 44.4 cm) Between them, the green tea bag wrapper becomes a central vertical axis, its commercial typography framed by bands of purple and green that anchor the image. Scattered across the pink patterned ground are embossed silver hearts reading "10 de Mayo," the date of Mother's Day in Mexico, El Salvador, and Guatemala. Other silver labels proclaim "Felicidades." These celebratory tokens lend the collage the feeling of a handmade offering, recalling the festive decorations of village homes and school celebrations. Morales, born in Ocotlan de Morelos to Zapotec parents, often drew upon rural traditions and communal rituals. Women and memory were at the heart of his work, and he once remarked that Mexico would be lost without the steadfast work of women. The inclusion of Mother's Day references in this piece resonates closely with that sentiment. Though best known for his luminous, dreamlike canvases populated by Mexican women in village settings, Morales also created numerous collages, sometimes selling small daily works to fund the Rodolfo Morales Cultural Foundation, which restored historic churches and civic buildings in Oaxaca. His collages share the same magic realist sensibility as his paintings. Ordinary objects float in a space between nostalgia and fantasy, where scale, proportion, and narrative loosen into something poetic and personal. Here, the puppies - a recurring motif in his visual vocabulary - become affectionate stand-ins for loyalty, tenderness, and domestic warmth. Their oversized faces and stylized limbs echo Morales' characteristic exaggeration of hands, feet, and features. The lace border at the top and the layered ribbons around the edge evoke household textiles, reinforcing the theme of home and maternal celebration. Despite Morales' reluctance to assign fixed meanings to his works, this collage feels like a small altar to affection - to mothers, to shared cups of tea, to village festivity, and to memory itself. It captures the fertile, nostalgic atmosphere that defined Morales' art, where folklore, devotion, and everyday life dissolve into a vivid, affectionate dream. Oaxaca master Rodolfo Morales attended the Academia de San Carlos in Mexico City and taught art at the Escuela Nacional Preparatoria in Mexico City. He was relatively unknown until Rufino Tamayo discovered his work in 1975 at his first solo exhibition in Cuernavaca. Ever since, Morales' art has been widely exhibited. Highlights include: "Aspects of Contemporary Mexican Painting" at the Americas Society, New York (1990); "Mito y Magia in America" at Museo de Arte Contemporaneo in Monterrey, Mexico (1991); Hechizo de Oaxaca in the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City (1992); "Myth and Magic: Oaxaca Past and Present" at the Palo Alto (California) Cultural Center (1994); and "Rodolfo Morales: Juegos y Evocaciones" (1996), a retrospective of Morales' work opened at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco and toured the United States and Canada. In addition, Morales has had major mural commissions in Oaxaca and Mexico City. Item # 201160
Artemis Fine Arts
Sep. 19, 2026
Rodolfo Morales, Untitled, 1997
Est: $30,000 - $60,000
Rodolfo Morales Mexican, 1925-2001 Untitled, 1997 oil on canvas signed lower right: Rodolfo Morales
Jackson Hole Art Auction
Sep. 19, 2026
Rodolfo Morales, Untitled, 1997
Est: $30,000 - $60,000
Rodolfo Morales Mexican, 1925-2001 Untitled, 1997 oil on canvas signed lower right: Rodolfo Morales
Jackson Hole Art Auction
Aug. 06, 2026
Rodolfo Morales Mixed Media Collage - Puppies (1993)
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001). Puppies Drinking Tea. Mixed Media Collage, 1993. Signed at lower right. A playful yet tender mixed media collage, this work by Rodolfo Morales presents two wide-eyed puppies flanking a tea bag labeled "Plantation Mint," surrounded by shimmering silver hearts inscribed "10 de Mayo" and "Felicidades," transforming an everyday object into a dreamlike celebration of memory and affection. Constructed from layered papers, cut shapes, lace, metallic foils, soft felts, and commercial packaging, the composition exemplifies Morales' lifelong fascination with collage as both intimate ritual and public expression. The puppies, rendered in flat planes of rich brown and warm yellow, face forward with exaggerated eyes, elongated snouts, and gently extended paws. Their simplified, almost mask-like faces and playful red tongues give them a childlike immediacy and innocence. Size of collage: 19.25" W x 13" H (48.9 cm x 33 cm); of frame: 23.5" W x 17.5" H (59.7 cm x 44.4 cm) Between them, the green tea bag wrapper becomes a central vertical axis, its commercial typography framed by bands of purple and green that anchor the image. Scattered across the pink patterned ground are embossed silver hearts reading "10 de Mayo," the date of Mother's Day in Mexico, El Salvador, and Guatemala. Other silver labels proclaim "Felicidades." These celebratory tokens lend the collage the feeling of a handmade offering, recalling the festive decorations of village homes and school celebrations. Morales, born in Ocotlan de Morelos to Zapotec parents, often drew upon rural traditions and communal rituals. Women and memory were at the heart of his work, and he once remarked that Mexico would be lost without the steadfast work of women. The inclusion of Mother's Day references in this piece resonates closely with that sentiment. Though best known for his luminous, dreamlike canvases populated by Mexican women in village settings, Morales also created numerous collages, sometimes selling small daily works to fund the Rodolfo Morales Cultural Foundation, which restored historic churches and civic buildings in Oaxaca. His collages share the same magic realist sensibility as his paintings. Ordinary objects float in a space between nostalgia and fantasy, where scale, proportion, and narrative loosen into something poetic and personal. Here, the puppies - a recurring motif in his visual vocabulary - become affectionate stand-ins for loyalty, tenderness, and domestic warmth. Their oversized faces and stylized limbs echo Morales' characteristic exaggeration of hands, feet, and features. The lace border at the top and the layered ribbons around the edge evoke household textiles, reinforcing the theme of home and maternal celebration. Despite Morales' reluctance to assign fixed meanings to his works, this collage feels like a small altar to affection - to mothers, to shared cups of tea, to village festivity, and to memory itself. It captures the fertile, nostalgic atmosphere that defined Morales' art, where folklore, devotion, and everyday life dissolve into a vivid, affectionate dream. Oaxaca master Rodolfo Morales attended the Academia de San Carlos in Mexico City and taught art at the Escuela Nacional Preparatoria in Mexico City. He was relatively unknown until Rufino Tamayo discovered his work in 1975 at his first solo exhibition in Cuernavaca. Ever since, Morales' art has been widely exhibited. Highlights include: "Aspects of Contemporary Mexican Painting" at the Americas Society, New York (1990); "Mito y Magia in America" at Museo de Arte Contemporaneo in Monterrey, Mexico (1991); Hechizo de Oaxaca in the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City (1992); "Myth and Magic: Oaxaca Past and Present" at the Palo Alto (California) Cultural Center (1994); and "Rodolfo Morales: Juegos y Evocaciones" (1996), a retrospective of Morales' work opened at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco and toured the United States and Canada. In addition, Morales has had major mural commissions in Oaxaca and Mexico City. Provenance: ex-private Moore collection, Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired prior to 1990 SHIPPING: We coordinate worldwide shipping in-house through specialist international forwarders experienced with fine art and antiquities customs manifests. International buyers must confirm, prior to bidding, that their country's customs authority will accept the item. All duties, taxes, clearance fees, and any costs arising from customs delays, seizures, re-export, returns, or loss in transit are the buyer's sole responsibility. Artemis assumes no liability for items refused entry, detained, or lost after export. We cannot ship ancient items to their country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.). PAYMENT EXCEPTION: For clients not previously established with Artemis, payment for all gold, precious metal, and gemstone lots must be made by bank wire transfer or certified bank check/money order, without exception. Item # 201160
Artemis Fine Arts
Jul. 30, 2026
Rodolfo Morales 'Trilogia' Color Lithograph, Edition 16/40
Est: $1,100 - $1,650
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001). Trilogia. Color lithograph, n.d. Edition 16 of 40. Hand-signed and numbered beneath impression. Three adjoining panels depict figures and architecture in deep violets, earthen reds, and muted greens. The composition reads as a structured sequence of three scenes unified by geometry, repetition, and women as the central figures. At left, a monumental female figure stands frontal, her oversized face calm and introspective; a geometric starburst overlays her torso, while additional profiles flank her head. Morales frequently placed women at the center of his work, presenting them as the foundation of village life. Size of impression: 25.5" W x 12" H (64.8 cm x 30.5 cm); of frame: 33.25" W x 19.5" H (84.5 cm x 49.5 cm) Here, the figure is at once individual and emblematic, her stillness counterbalanced by the intricate pattern that animates her form. The central panel moves inward to an enclosed courtyard framed by rhythmic arcades reminiscent of Oaxacan architecture. Three women stand together beneath a row of rounded columns, each bearing a bold geometric motif across her chest. Below them, a small plaza recedes toward orderly trees and low buildings, echoing the townscapes of Ocotlan de Morelos that remained central to Morales' imagination. His lifelong dedication to restoring historic structures in Oaxaca finds a visual counterpart here - architecture is not background but active participant, shaping communal life and anchoring human presence. At right, another monumental female head dominates the panel, crowned with a patterned square that mirrors the starburst seen at left. Above her, elongated arms rise vertically, stylized and slightly exaggerated, reinforcing Morales' tendency to enlarge hands and faces to heighten emotional impact. The repetition of geometric forms across the triptych creates a subtle kaleidoscopic rhythm, recalling the constructed, shifting compositions he explored in other media. Throughout the lithograph, Morales blends folklore, symbolism, and a restrained strain of magic realism. Figures hover in a timeless atmosphere, grounded in rural Mexico yet suspended beyond specific narrative. Influences from artists such as Maria Izquierdo and Marc Chagall can be sensed in the flattened space and saturated color, yet the mood remains distinctly his own - contemplative, communal, and centered on the enduring presence of women within village life. Oaxaca master Rodolfo Morales attended the Academia de San Carlos in Mexico City and taught art at the Escuela Nacional Preparatoria in Mexico City. He was relatively unknown until Rufino Tamayo discovered his work in 1975 at his first solo exhibition in Cuernavaca. Ever since, Morales' art has been widely exhibited. Highlights include: "Aspects of Contemporary Mexican Painting" at the Americas Society, New York (1990); "Mito y Magia in America" at Museo de Arte Contemporaneo in Monterrey, Mexico (1991); Hechizo de Oaxaca in the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City (1992); "Myth and Magic: Oaxaca Past and Present" at the Palo Alto (California) Cultural Center (1994); and "Rodolfo Morales: Juegos y Evocaciones" (1996), a retrospective of Morales' work opened at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco and toured the United States and Canada. In addition, Morales has had major mural commissions in Oaxaca and Mexico City. Provenance: ex-private Moore collection, Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired prior to 1990 SHIPPING: We coordinate worldwide shipping in-house through specialist international forwarders experienced with fine art and antiquities customs manifests. International buyers must confirm, prior to bidding, that their country's customs authority will accept the item. All duties, taxes, clearance fees, and any costs arising from customs delays, seizures, re-export, returns, or loss in transit are the buyer's sole responsibility. Artemis assumes no liability for items refused entry, detained, or lost after export. We cannot ship ancient items to their country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.). PAYMENT EXCEPTION: For clients not previously established with Artemis, payment for all gold, precious metal, and gemstone lots must be made by bank wire transfer or certified bank check/money order, without exception. Item # 201165
Artemis Fine Arts
Jun. 25, 2026
Rodolfo Morales Mixed Media Collage - Puppies (1993)
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001). Puppies Drinking Tea. Mixed Media Collage, 1993. Signed at lower right. A playful yet tender mixed media collage, this work by Rodolfo Morales presents two wide-eyed puppies flanking a tea bag labeled "Plantation Mint," surrounded by shimmering silver hearts inscribed "10 de Mayo" and "Felicidades," transforming an everyday object into a dreamlike celebration of memory and affection. Constructed from layered papers, cut shapes, lace, metallic foils, soft felts, and commercial packaging, the composition exemplifies Morales' lifelong fascination with collage as both intimate ritual and public expression. The puppies, rendered in flat planes of rich brown and warm yellow, face forward with exaggerated eyes, elongated snouts, and gently extended paws. Their simplified, almost mask-like faces and playful red tongues give them a childlike immediacy and innocence. Size of collage: 19.25" W x 13" H (48.9 cm x 33 cm); of frame: 23.5" W x 17.5" H (59.7 cm x 44.4 cm) Between them, the green tea bag wrapper becomes a central vertical axis, its commercial typography framed by bands of purple and green that anchor the image. Scattered across the pink patterned ground are embossed silver hearts reading "10 de Mayo," the date of Mother's Day in Mexico, El Salvador, and Guatemala. Other silver labels proclaim "Felicidades." These celebratory tokens lend the collage the feeling of a handmade offering, recalling the festive decorations of village homes and school celebrations. Morales, born in Ocotlan de Morelos to Zapotec parents, often drew upon rural traditions and communal rituals. Women and memory were at the heart of his work, and he once remarked that Mexico would be lost without the steadfast work of women. The inclusion of Mother's Day references in this piece resonates closely with that sentiment. Though best known for his luminous, dreamlike canvases populated by Mexican women in village settings, Morales also created numerous collages, sometimes selling small daily works to fund the Rodolfo Morales Cultural Foundation, which restored historic churches and civic buildings in Oaxaca. His collages share the same magic realist sensibility as his paintings. Ordinary objects float in a space between nostalgia and fantasy, where scale, proportion, and narrative loosen into something poetic and personal. Here, the puppies - a recurring motif in his visual vocabulary - become affectionate stand-ins for loyalty, tenderness, and domestic warmth. Their oversized faces and stylized limbs echo Morales' characteristic exaggeration of hands, feet, and features. The lace border at the top and the layered ribbons around the edge evoke household textiles, reinforcing the theme of home and maternal celebration. Despite Morales' reluctance to assign fixed meanings to his works, this collage feels like a small altar to affection - to mothers, to shared cups of tea, to village festivity, and to memory itself. It captures the fertile, nostalgic atmosphere that defined Morales' art, where folklore, devotion, and everyday life dissolve into a vivid, affectionate dream. Oaxaca master Rodolfo Morales attended the Academia de San Carlos in Mexico City and taught art at the Escuela Nacional Preparatoria in Mexico City. He was relatively unknown until Rufino Tamayo discovered his work in 1975 at his first solo exhibition in Cuernavaca. Ever since, Morales' art has been widely exhibited. Highlights include: "Aspects of Contemporary Mexican Painting" at the Americas Society, New York (1990); "Mito y Magia in America" at Museo de Arte Contemporaneo in Monterrey, Mexico (1991); Hechizo de Oaxaca in the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City (1992); "Myth and Magic: Oaxaca Past and Present" at the Palo Alto (California) Cultural Center (1994); and "Rodolfo Morales: Juegos y Evocaciones" (1996), a retrospective of Morales' work opened at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco and toured the United States and Canada. In addition, Morales has had major mural commissions in Oaxaca and Mexico City. Provenance: ex-private Moore collection, Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired prior to 1990 SHIPPING: We coordinate worldwide shipping in-house through specialist international forwarders experienced with fine art and antiquities customs manifests. International buyers must confirm, prior to bidding, that their country's customs authority will accept the item. All duties, taxes, clearance fees, and any costs arising from customs delays, seizures, re-export, returns, or loss in transit are the buyer's sole responsibility. Artemis assumes no liability for items refused entry, detained, or lost after export. We cannot ship ancient items to their country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.). PAYMENT EXCEPTION: For clients not previously established with Artemis, payment for all gold, precious metal, and gemstone lots must be made by bank wire transfer or certified bank check/money order, without exception. Item # 201160
Artemis Fine Arts
May. 29, 2026
Rodolfo Morales Engraving - Trilogia
Est: $1,100 - $1,650
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001). Trilogia. Color lithograph, n.d. Edition 16 of 40. Hand-signed and numbered beneath impression. A theatrical arrangement of figures and architecture unfolds across three adjoining panels, each saturated with deep violets, earthen reds, and muted greens that define Morales' dreamlike visual language. Often referred to as "Trilogia," the composition reads as a structured sequence - three scenes set side by side, unified by geometry, repetition, and the commanding presence of women. At left, a monumental female figure stands frontal, her oversized face calm and introspective. A radiant geometric starburst overlays her torso like a ceremonial shield or woven textile, while additional profiles flank her head, suggesting multiplicity of identity. Morales frequently placed women at the center of his work, presenting them as the steady foundation of village life. Size of impression: 25.5" W x 12" H (64.8 cm x 30.5 cm); of frame: 33.25" W x 19.5" H (84.5 cm x 49.5 cm) Here, the figure is at once individual and emblematic, her stillness counterbalanced by the intricate pattern that animates her form. The central panel moves inward to an enclosed courtyard framed by rhythmic arcades reminiscent of Oaxacan architecture. Three women stand together beneath a row of rounded columns, each bearing a bold geometric motif across her chest. Below them, a small plaza recedes toward orderly trees and low buildings, echoing the townscapes of Ocotlan de Morelos that remained central to Morales' imagination. His lifelong dedication to restoring historic structures in Oaxaca finds a visual counterpart here - architecture is not background but active participant, shaping communal life and anchoring human presence. At right, another monumental female head dominates the panel, crowned with a patterned square that mirrors the starburst seen at left. Above her, elongated arms rise vertically, stylized and slightly exaggerated, reinforcing Morales' tendency to enlarge hands and faces to heighten emotional impact. The repetition of geometric forms across the triptych creates a subtle kaleidoscopic rhythm, recalling the constructed, shifting compositions he explored in other media. Throughout the lithograph, Morales blends folklore, symbolism, and a restrained strain of magic realism. Figures hover in a timeless atmosphere, grounded in rural Mexico yet suspended beyond specific narrative. Influences from artists such as Maria Izquierdo and Marc Chagall can be sensed in the flattened space and saturated color, yet the mood remains distinctly his own - contemplative, communal, and centered on the enduring presence of women within village life. Oaxaca master Rodolfo Morales attended the Academia de San Carlos in Mexico City and taught art at the Escuela Nacional Preparatoria in Mexico City. He was relatively unknown until Rufino Tamayo discovered his work in 1975 at his first solo exhibition in Cuernavaca. Ever since, Morales' art has been widely exhibited. Highlights include: "Aspects of Contemporary Mexican Painting" at the Americas Society, New York (1990); "Mito y Magia in America" at Museo de Arte Contemporaneo in Monterrey, Mexico (1991); Hechizo de Oaxaca in the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City (1992); "Myth and Magic: Oaxaca Past and Present" at the Palo Alto (California) Cultural Center (1994); and "Rodolfo Morales: Juegos y Evocaciones" (1996), a retrospective of Morales' work opened at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco and toured the United States and Canada. In addition, Morales has had major mural commissions in Oaxaca and Mexico City. Provenance: ex-private Moore collection, Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired prior to 1990 SHIPPING: We coordinate worldwide shipping in-house through specialist international forwarders experienced with fine art and antiquities customs manifests. International buyers must confirm, prior to bidding, that their country's customs authority will accept the item. All duties, taxes, clearance fees, and any costs arising from customs delays, seizures, re-export, returns, or loss in transit are the buyer's sole responsibility. Artemis assumes no liability for items refused entry, detained, or lost after export. We cannot ship ancient items to their country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.). PAYMENT EXCEPTION: For clients not previously established with Artemis, payment for all gold, precious metal, and gemstone lots must be made by bank wire transfer or certified bank check/money order, without exception. Item # 201165
Artemis Fine Arts
May. 20, 2026
Serenata en la Plaza
Est: $80,000 - $120,000
Property of a Private Collector, Latin America Rodolfo Morales 1925 - 2001 Serenata en la plaza signed Rodolfo Morales (lower right) oil on canvas 51 ¼ by 39 ¼ in. 130 by 99.7 cm. Executed circa 1980.
Sotheby's
Apr. 24, 2026
Rodolfo Morales Mixed Media Collage (1993)
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001). Mixed Media Collage, 1993. Hand signed by the artist at the lower right. A wonderful mixed media collage by Rodolfo Morales that features his signature dreamlike imagery. In this piece, Morales presents two abstract human visages in profile - each face composed of layers of cut fabric appliques, embroidery thread, ric rack, and colored foil - flanking a stylized blooming cactus composed of cut ribbons adorned by lace flowers and unexpected bright green stickers featuring numbers and letters - all against a decorative background of subtle creamy beige tones that contrast with the colorful thematic motifs, and surrounded by a blue lace border. A special collage - perhaps the most distinctive artform of Morales' oeuvre - that demonstrates the artist's unique visual language, one that bridges the worlds of folklore and fantasy. Size (artwork): 19.25" L x 13" W (48.9 cm x 33 cm) Size (frame): 23.325" L x 17.25" W (59.2 cm x 43.8 cm) About the Artist: Born in a small town outside of Oaxaca City in Ocotlan de Morelos, Rodolfo Morales trained at the National School of Fine Arts in Mexico City and rose to recognition for his paintings and mixed media collages in the 1970s and 1980s. While Morales achieved international renown, he maintained a close connection to his hometown. Committed to cultural preservation, Morales founded the Rodolfo Morales Cultural Foundation in the late 1980s to support the restoration of historic architecture and public spaces in Ocotlan and nearby communities. Morales' art has been exhibited in both Europe and the United States, and a retrospective of his work titled "Rodolfo Morales: Juegos y Evocaciones" opened at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco, CA in 1996 and toured the United States as well as Canada. Morales also continued the legacy of the Mexican Muralist Movement, creating several murals to grace public buildings in Oaxaca and Mexico City during his lifetime. Provenance: ex-private Moore collection, Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired prior to 1990 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. Please note that buyers are responsible for understanding and complying with the import regulations of their destination country. While we carefully prepare and document all shipments, we cannot be held responsible for customs delays, clearance issues, additional duties or taxes, or any seizure of property. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.). PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #201157
Artemis Fine Arts
Apr. 20, 2026
Rodolfo Morales Engraving - Trilogia
Est: $1,300 - $1,950
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001). Trilogia. Color lithograph, n.d. Edition 16 of 40. Hand-signed and numbered beneath impression. A theatrical arrangement of figures and architecture unfolds across three adjoining panels, each saturated with deep violets, earthen reds, and muted greens that define Morales' dreamlike visual language. Often referred to as "Trilogia," the composition reads as a structured sequence - three scenes set side by side, unified by geometry, repetition, and the commanding presence of women. At left, a monumental female figure stands frontal, her oversized face calm and introspective. A radiant geometric starburst overlays her torso like a ceremonial shield or woven textile, while additional profiles flank her head, suggesting multiplicity of identity. Morales frequently placed women at the center of his work, presenting them as the steady foundation of village life. Size of impression: 25.5" W x 12" H (64.8 cm x 30.5 cm); of frame: 33.25" W x 19.5" H (84.5 cm x 49.5 cm) Here, the figure is at once individual and emblematic, her stillness counterbalanced by the intricate pattern that animates her form. The central panel moves inward to an enclosed courtyard framed by rhythmic arcades reminiscent of Oaxacan architecture. Three women stand together beneath a row of rounded columns, each bearing a bold geometric motif across her chest. Below them, a small plaza recedes toward orderly trees and low buildings, echoing the townscapes of Ocotlan de Morelos that remained central to Morales' imagination. His lifelong dedication to restoring historic structures in Oaxaca finds a visual counterpart here - architecture is not background but active participant, shaping communal life and anchoring human presence. At right, another monumental female head dominates the panel, crowned with a patterned square that mirrors the starburst seen at left. Above her, elongated arms rise vertically, stylized and slightly exaggerated, reinforcing Morales' tendency to enlarge hands and faces to heighten emotional impact. The repetition of geometric forms across the triptych creates a subtle kaleidoscopic rhythm, recalling the constructed, shifting compositions he explored in other media. Throughout the lithograph, Morales blends folklore, symbolism, and a restrained strain of magic realism. Figures hover in a timeless atmosphere, grounded in rural Mexico yet suspended beyond specific narrative. Influences from artists such as Maria Izquierdo and Marc Chagall can be sensed in the flattened space and saturated color, yet the mood remains distinctly his own - contemplative, communal, and centered on the enduring presence of women within village life. Oaxaca master Rodolfo Morales attended the Academia de San Carlos in Mexico City and taught art at the Escuela Nacional Preparatoria in Mexico City. He was relatively unknown until Rufino Tamayo discovered his work in 1975 at his first solo exhibition in Cuernavaca. Ever since, Morales' art has been widely exhibited. Highlights include: "Aspects of Contemporary Mexican Painting" at the Americas Society, New York (1990); "Mito y Magia in America" at Museo de Arte Contemporaneo in Monterrey, Mexico (1991); Hechizo de Oaxaca in the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City (1992); "Myth and Magic: Oaxaca Past and Present" at the Palo Alto (California) Cultural Center (1994); and "Rodolfo Morales: Juegos y Evocaciones" (1996), a retrospective of Morales' work opened at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco and toured the United States and Canada. In addition, Morales has had major mural commissions in Oaxaca and Mexico City. Provenance: ex-private Moore collection, Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired prior to 1990 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. Please note that buyers are responsible for understanding and complying with the import regulations of their destination country. While we carefully prepare and document all shipments, we cannot be held responsible for customs delays, clearance issues, additional duties or taxes, or any seizure of property. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.). PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #201165
Artemis Fine Arts
Apr. 17, 2026
Rodolfo Morales Engraving - Trilogia
Est: $1,300 - $1,950
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001). Trilogia. Color lithograph, n.d. Edition 16 of 40. Hand-signed and numbered beneath impression. A theatrical arrangement of figures and architecture unfolds across three adjoining panels, each saturated with deep violets, earthen reds, and muted greens that define Morales' dreamlike visual language. Often referred to as "Trilogia," the composition reads as a structured sequence - three scenes set side by side, unified by geometry, repetition, and the commanding presence of women. At left, a monumental female figure stands frontal, her oversized face calm and introspective. A radiant geometric starburst overlays her torso like a ceremonial shield or woven textile, while additional profiles flank her head, suggesting multiplicity of identity. Morales frequently placed women at the center of his work, presenting them as the steady foundation of village life. Size of impression: 25.5" W x 12" H (64.8 cm x 30.5 cm); of frame: 33.25" W x 19.5" H (84.5 cm x 49.5 cm) Here, the figure is at once individual and emblematic, her stillness counterbalanced by the intricate pattern that animates her form. The central panel moves inward to an enclosed courtyard framed by rhythmic arcades reminiscent of Oaxacan architecture. Three women stand together beneath a row of rounded columns, each bearing a bold geometric motif across her chest. Below them, a small plaza recedes toward orderly trees and low buildings, echoing the townscapes of Ocotlan de Morelos that remained central to Morales' imagination. His lifelong dedication to restoring historic structures in Oaxaca finds a visual counterpart here - architecture is not background but active participant, shaping communal life and anchoring human presence. At right, another monumental female head dominates the panel, crowned with a patterned square that mirrors the starburst seen at left. Above her, elongated arms rise vertically, stylized and slightly exaggerated, reinforcing Morales' tendency to enlarge hands and faces to heighten emotional impact. The repetition of geometric forms across the triptych creates a subtle kaleidoscopic rhythm, recalling the constructed, shifting compositions he explored in other media. Throughout the lithograph, Morales blends folklore, symbolism, and a restrained strain of magic realism. Figures hover in a timeless atmosphere, grounded in rural Mexico yet suspended beyond specific narrative. Influences from artists such as Maria Izquierdo and Marc Chagall can be sensed in the flattened space and saturated color, yet the mood remains distinctly his own - contemplative, communal, and centered on the enduring presence of women within village life. Oaxaca master Rodolfo Morales attended the Academia de San Carlos in Mexico City and taught art at the Escuela Nacional Preparatoria in Mexico City. He was relatively unknown until Rufino Tamayo discovered his work in 1975 at his first solo exhibition in Cuernavaca. Ever since, Morales' art has been widely exhibited. Highlights include: "Aspects of Contemporary Mexican Painting" at the Americas Society, New York (1990); "Mito y Magia in America" at Museo de Arte Contemporaneo in Monterrey, Mexico (1991); Hechizo de Oaxaca in the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City (1992); "Myth and Magic: Oaxaca Past and Present" at the Palo Alto (California) Cultural Center (1994); and "Rodolfo Morales: Juegos y Evocaciones" (1996), a retrospective of Morales' work opened at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco and toured the United States and Canada. In addition, Morales has had major mural commissions in Oaxaca and Mexico City. Provenance: ex-private Moore collection, Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired prior to 1990 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. Please note that buyers are responsible for understanding and complying with the import regulations of their destination country. While we carefully prepare and document all shipments, we cannot be held responsible for customs delays, clearance issues, additional duties or taxes, or any seizure of property. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.). PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #201165
Artemis Fine Arts
Apr. 03, 2026
Rodolfo Morales Engraving - Trilogia
Est: $1,400 - $2,100
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001). Trilogia. Color lithograph, n.d. Edition 16 of 40. Hand-signed and numbered beneath impression. A theatrical arrangement of figures and architecture unfolds across three adjoining panels, each saturated with deep violets, earthen reds, and muted greens that define Morales' dreamlike visual language. Often referred to as "Trilogia," the composition reads as a structured sequence - three scenes set side by side, unified by geometry, repetition, and the commanding presence of women. At left, a monumental female figure stands frontal, her oversized face calm and introspective. A radiant geometric starburst overlays her torso like a ceremonial shield or woven textile, while additional profiles flank her head, suggesting multiplicity of identity. Morales frequently placed women at the center of his work, presenting them as the steady foundation of village life. Size of impression: 25.5" W x 12" H (64.8 cm x 30.5 cm); of frame: 33.25" W x 19.5" H (84.5 cm x 49.5 cm) Here, the figure is at once individual and emblematic, her stillness counterbalanced by the intricate pattern that animates her form. The central panel moves inward to an enclosed courtyard framed by rhythmic arcades reminiscent of Oaxacan architecture. Three women stand together beneath a row of rounded columns, each bearing a bold geometric motif across her chest. Below them, a small plaza recedes toward orderly trees and low buildings, echoing the townscapes of Ocotlan de Morelos that remained central to Morales' imagination. His lifelong dedication to restoring historic structures in Oaxaca finds a visual counterpart here - architecture is not background but active participant, shaping communal life and anchoring human presence. At right, another monumental female head dominates the panel, crowned with a patterned square that mirrors the starburst seen at left. Above her, elongated arms rise vertically, stylized and slightly exaggerated, reinforcing Morales' tendency to enlarge hands and faces to heighten emotional impact. The repetition of geometric forms across the triptych creates a subtle kaleidoscopic rhythm, recalling the constructed, shifting compositions he explored in other media. Throughout the lithograph, Morales blends folklore, symbolism, and a restrained strain of magic realism. Figures hover in a timeless atmosphere, grounded in rural Mexico yet suspended beyond specific narrative. Influences from artists such as Maria Izquierdo and Marc Chagall can be sensed in the flattened space and saturated color, yet the mood remains distinctly his own - contemplative, communal, and centered on the enduring presence of women within village life. Oaxaca master Rodolfo Morales attended the Academia de San Carlos in Mexico City and taught art at the Escuela Nacional Preparatoria in Mexico City. He was relatively unknown until Rufino Tamayo discovered his work in 1975 at his first solo exhibition in Cuernavaca. Ever since, Morales' art has been widely exhibited. Highlights include: "Aspects of Contemporary Mexican Painting" at the Americas Society, New York (1990); "Mito y Magia in America" at Museo de Arte Contemporaneo in Monterrey, Mexico (1991); Hechizo de Oaxaca in the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City (1992); "Myth and Magic: Oaxaca Past and Present" at the Palo Alto (California) Cultural Center (1994); and "Rodolfo Morales: Juegos y Evocaciones" (1996), a retrospective of Morales' work opened at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco and toured the United States and Canada. In addition, Morales has had major mural commissions in Oaxaca and Mexico City. Provenance: ex-private Moore collection, Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired prior to 1990 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. Please note that buyers are responsible for understanding and complying with the import regulations of their destination country. While we carefully prepare and document all shipments, we cannot be held responsible for customs delays, clearance issues, additional duties or taxes, or any seizure of property. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.). PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #201165
Artemis Fine Arts
Mar. 19, 2026
Rodolfo Morales Mixed Media Collage (1993)
Est: $4,500 - $6,750
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001). Mixed Media Collage, 1993. Hand signed by the artist at the lower right. A wonderful mixed media collage by Rodolfo Morales that features his signature dreamlike imagery. In this piece, Morales presents two abstract human visages in profile - each face composed of layers of cut fabric appliques, embroidery thread, ric rack, and colored foil - flanking a stylized blooming cactus composed of cut ribbons adorned by lace flowers and unexpected bright green stickers featuring numbers and letters - all against a decorative background of subtle creamy beige tones that contrast with the colorful thematic motifs, and surrounded by a blue lace border. A special collage - perhaps the most distinctive artform of Morales' oeuvre - that demonstrates the artist's unique visual language, one that bridges the worlds of folklore and fantasy. Size (artwork): 19.25" L x 13" W (48.9 cm x 33 cm) Size (frame): 23.325" L x 17.25" W (59.2 cm x 43.8 cm) About the Artist: Born in a small town outside of Oaxaca City in Ocotlan de Morelos, Rodolfo Morales trained at the National School of Fine Arts in Mexico City and rose to recognition for his paintings and mixed media collages in the 1970s and 1980s. While Morales achieved international renown, he maintained a close connection to his hometown. Committed to cultural preservation, Morales founded the Rodolfo Morales Cultural Foundation in the late 1980s to support the restoration of historic architecture and public spaces in Ocotlan and nearby communities. Morales' art has been exhibited in both Europe and the United States, and a retrospective of his work titled "Rodolfo Morales: Juegos y Evocaciones" opened at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco, CA in 1996 and toured the United States as well as Canada. Morales also continued the legacy of the Mexican Muralist Movement, creating several murals to grace public buildings in Oaxaca and Mexico City during his lifetime. Provenance: ex-private Moore collection, Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired prior to 1990 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. Please note that buyers are responsible for understanding and complying with the import regulations of their destination country. While we carefully prepare and document all shipments, we cannot be held responsible for customs delays, clearance issues, additional duties or taxes, or any seizure of property. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.). PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #201157
Artemis Fine Arts
Mar. 09, 2026
Rodolfo Morales Engraving - Trilogia
Est: $1,600 - $2,400
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001). Trilogia. Color lithograph, n.d. Edition 16 of 40. Hand-signed and numbered beneath impression. A theatrical arrangement of figures and architecture unfolds across three adjoining panels, each saturated with deep violets, earthen reds, and muted greens that define Morales' dreamlike visual language. Often referred to as "Trilogia," the composition reads as a structured sequence - three scenes set side by side, unified by geometry, repetition, and the commanding presence of women. At left, a monumental female figure stands frontal, her oversized face calm and introspective. A radiant geometric starburst overlays her torso like a ceremonial shield or woven textile, while additional profiles flank her head, suggesting multiplicity of identity. Morales frequently placed women at the center of his work, presenting them as the steady foundation of village life. Size of impression: 25.5" W x 12" H (64.8 cm x 30.5 cm); of frame: 33.25" W x 19.5" H (84.5 cm x 49.5 cm) Here, the figure is at once individual and emblematic, her stillness counterbalanced by the intricate pattern that animates her form. The central panel moves inward to an enclosed courtyard framed by rhythmic arcades reminiscent of Oaxacan architecture. Three women stand together beneath a row of rounded columns, each bearing a bold geometric motif across her chest. Below them, a small plaza recedes toward orderly trees and low buildings, echoing the townscapes of Ocotlan de Morelos that remained central to Morales' imagination. His lifelong dedication to restoring historic structures in Oaxaca finds a visual counterpart here - architecture is not background but active participant, shaping communal life and anchoring human presence. At right, another monumental female head dominates the panel, crowned with a patterned square that mirrors the starburst seen at left. Above her, elongated arms rise vertically, stylized and slightly exaggerated, reinforcing Morales' tendency to enlarge hands and faces to heighten emotional impact. The repetition of geometric forms across the triptych creates a subtle kaleidoscopic rhythm, recalling the constructed, shifting compositions he explored in other media. Throughout the lithograph, Morales blends folklore, symbolism, and a restrained strain of magic realism. Figures hover in a timeless atmosphere, grounded in rural Mexico yet suspended beyond specific narrative. Influences from artists such as Maria Izquierdo and Marc Chagall can be sensed in the flattened space and saturated color, yet the mood remains distinctly his own - contemplative, communal, and centered on the enduring presence of women within village life. Oaxaca master Rodolfo Morales attended the Academia de San Carlos in Mexico City and taught art at the Escuela Nacional Preparatoria in Mexico City. He was relatively unknown until Rufino Tamayo discovered his work in 1975 at his first solo exhibition in Cuernavaca. Ever since, Morales' art has been widely exhibited. Highlights include: "Aspects of Contemporary Mexican Painting" at the Americas Society, New York (1990); "Mito y Magia in America" at Museo de Arte Contemporaneo in Monterrey, Mexico (1991); Hechizo de Oaxaca in the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City (1992); "Myth and Magic: Oaxaca Past and Present" at the Palo Alto (California) Cultural Center (1994); and "Rodolfo Morales: Juegos y Evocaciones" (1996), a retrospective of Morales' work opened at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco and toured the United States and Canada. In addition, Morales has had major mural commissions in Oaxaca and Mexico City. Provenance: ex-private Moore collection, Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired prior to 1990 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. Please note that buyers are responsible for understanding and complying with the import regulations of their destination country. While we carefully prepare and document all shipments, we cannot be held responsible for customs delays, clearance issues, additional duties or taxes, or any seizure of property. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.). PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #201165
Artemis Fine Arts
Mar. 09, 2026
Rodolfo Morales Mixed Media Collage - Puppies (1993)
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001). Puppies Drinking Tea. Mixed Media Collage, 1993. Signed at lower right. A playful yet tender mixed media collage, this work by Rodolfo Morales presents two wide-eyed puppies flanking a tea bag labeled "Plantation Mint," surrounded by shimmering silver hearts inscribed "10 de Mayo" and "Felicidades," transforming an everyday object into a dreamlike celebration of memory and affection. Constructed from layered papers, cut shapes, lace, metallic foils, soft felts, and commercial packaging, the composition exemplifies Morales' lifelong fascination with collage as both intimate ritual and public expression. The puppies, rendered in flat planes of rich brown and warm yellow, face forward with exaggerated eyes, elongated snouts, and gently extended paws. Their simplified, almost mask-like faces and playful red tongues give them a childlike immediacy and innocence. Size of collage: 19.25" W x 13" H (48.9 cm x 33 cm); of frame: 23.5" W x 17.5" H (59.7 cm x 44.4 cm) Between them, the green tea bag wrapper becomes a central vertical axis, its commercial typography framed by bands of purple and green that anchor the image. Scattered across the pink patterned ground are embossed silver hearts reading "10 de Mayo," the date of Mother's Day in Mexico, El Salvador, and Guatemala. Other silver labels proclaim "Felicidades." These celebratory tokens lend the collage the feeling of a handmade offering, recalling the festive decorations of village homes and school celebrations. Morales, born in Ocotlan de Morelos to Zapotec parents, often drew upon rural traditions and communal rituals. Women and memory were at the heart of his work, and he once remarked that Mexico would be lost without the steadfast work of women. The inclusion of Mother's Day references in this piece resonates closely with that sentiment. Though best known for his luminous, dreamlike canvases populated by Mexican women in village settings, Morales also created numerous collages, sometimes selling small daily works to fund the Rodolfo Morales Cultural Foundation, which restored historic churches and civic buildings in Oaxaca. His collages share the same magic realist sensibility as his paintings. Ordinary objects float in a space between nostalgia and fantasy, where scale, proportion, and narrative loosen into something poetic and personal. Here, the puppies - a recurring motif in his visual vocabulary - become affectionate stand-ins for loyalty, tenderness, and domestic warmth. Their oversized faces and stylized limbs echo Morales' characteristic exaggeration of hands, feet, and features. The lace border at the top and the layered ribbons around the edge evoke household textiles, reinforcing the theme of home and maternal celebration. Despite Morales' reluctance to assign fixed meanings to his works, this collage feels like a small altar to affection - to mothers, to shared cups of tea, to village festivity, and to memory itself. It captures the fertile, nostalgic atmosphere that defined Morales' art, where folklore, devotion, and everyday life dissolve into a vivid, affectionate dream. Oaxaca master Rodolfo Morales attended the Academia de San Carlos in Mexico City and taught art at the Escuela Nacional Preparatoria in Mexico City. He was relatively unknown until Rufino Tamayo discovered his work in 1975 at his first solo exhibition in Cuernavaca. Ever since, Morales' art has been widely exhibited. Highlights include: "Aspects of Contemporary Mexican Painting" at the Americas Society, New York (1990); "Mito y Magia in America" at Museo de Arte Contemporaneo in Monterrey, Mexico (1991); Hechizo de Oaxaca in the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City (1992); "Myth and Magic: Oaxaca Past and Present" at the Palo Alto (California) Cultural Center (1994); and "Rodolfo Morales: Juegos y Evocaciones" (1996), a retrospective of Morales' work opened at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco and toured the United States and Canada. In addition, Morales has had major mural commissions in Oaxaca and Mexico City. Provenance: ex-private Moore collection, Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired prior to 1990 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. Please note that buyers are responsible for understanding and complying with the import regulations of their destination country. While we carefully prepare and document all shipments, we cannot be held responsible for customs delays, clearance issues, additional duties or taxes, or any seizure of property. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.). PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #201160
Artemis Fine Arts
Feb. 20, 2026
Rodolfo Morales Mixed Media Collage (1993)
Est: $5,000 - $7,500
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001). Mixed Media Collage, 1993. Hand signed by the artist at the lower right. A wonderful mixed media collage by Rodolfo Morales that features his signature dreamlike imagery. In this piece, Morales presents two abstract human visages in profile - each face composed of layers of cut fabric appliques, embroidery thread, ric rack, and colored foil - flanking a stylized blooming cactus composed of cut ribbons adorned by lace flowers and unexpected bright green stickers featuring numbers and letters - all against a decorative background of subtle creamy beige tones that contrast with the colorful thematic motifs, and surrounded by a blue lace border. A special collage - perhaps the most distinctive artform of Morales' oeuvre - that demonstrates the artist's unique visual language, one that bridges the worlds of folklore and fantasy. Size (artwork): 19.25" L x 13" W (48.9 cm x 33 cm) Size (frame): 23.325" L x 17.25" W (59.2 cm x 43.8 cm) About the Artist: Born in a small town outside of Oaxaca City in Ocotlan de Morelos, Rodolfo Morales trained at the National School of Fine Arts in Mexico City and rose to recognition for his paintings and mixed media collages in the 1970s and 1980s. While Morales achieved international renown, he maintained a close connection to his hometown. Committed to cultural preservation, Morales founded the Rodolfo Morales Cultural Foundation in the late 1980s to support the restoration of historic architecture and public spaces in Ocotlan and nearby communities. Morales' art has been exhibited in both Europe and the United States, and a retrospective of his work titled "Rodolfo Morales: Juegos y Evocaciones" opened at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco, CA in 1996 and toured the United States as well as Canada. Morales also continued the legacy of the Mexican Muralist Movement, creating several murals to grace public buildings in Oaxaca and Mexico City during his lifetime. Provenance: ex-private Moore collection, Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired prior to 1990 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. SHIPPING EXCEPTIONS: Due to customs clearance issues, we are unable to ship to Germany, Switzerland and Australia. If you live in Germany, Switzerland or Australia, you will need to provide an alternate shipping destination, or we will not be able to complete your purchase. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.) PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #201157
Artemis Fine Arts
Jan. 14, 2026
Rodolfo Morales Screenprint in Colors [Angela]
Est: $300 - $500
Rodolfo Morales Screenprint in Colors [Angela]. Hand signed and numbered to lower edge '44/100, Rodolfo Morales. Measures 26 x 19.75 inches sheet size. EX+/NM condition. Unframed, loose and not glued or mounted. Re-listed due to non-paying bidder. The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. Photos may also act as a condition report. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding and ask further questions if so desired.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Nov. 21, 2025
Sin título
Est: $100,000 - $150,000
Property from a Private Collection Rodolfo Morales 1925 - 2001 Sin título signed Rodolfo Morales (lower right) oil on canvas 51 ¼ by 39 ¼ in. 130 by 99.7 cm. Executed circa 1980.
Sotheby's
Nov. 21, 2025
Sin título
Est: $100,000 - $150,000
Property from a Private Collection Rodolfo Morales 1925 - 2001 Sin título signed Rodolfo Morales (lower right) oil on canvas 31 ½ by 39 ½ in. 80 by 100 cm. Executed in 1990.
Sotheby's
Nov. 19, 2025
Rodolfo Morales Screenprint in Colors [Angela]
Est: $300 - $500
Rodolfo Morales Screenprint in Colors [Angela]. Hand signed and numbered to lower edge '44/100, Rodolfo Morales’. Measures 26 x 19.75 inches sheet size. EX+/NM condition. Unframed, loose and not glued or mounted. The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. Photos may also act as a condition report. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding and ask further questions if so desired.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Nov. 19, 2025
Rodolfo Morales Signed & Numbered Serigraph
Est: $400 - $600
Rodolfo Morales (Mexico 1925-2001) Signed and Numbered Color Serigraph. Hand signed in pencil lower right and number 58/100 lower left. Measures 19.625 x 25.5 inches (50 cm x 65 cm). EX+/NM condition. Unframed, loose and not glued or mounted. The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. Photos may also act as a condition report. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding and ask further questions if so desired.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Nov. 19, 2025
Rodolfo Morales (Mexico, 1925-2001) Pair
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Rodolfo Morales (Mexico, 1925-2001) Pair of Untitled Mixed Media Collages (paper and fabric). Each measuring 35 inches x 14.5 inches x 3 inches. Excellent condition. Measures 36 x 30 x 6 inches for shipping purposes. Provenance: Estate of arts leader Marty Baker (Oaxaca, Mexico, Missoula, Montana. The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. Photos may also act as a condition report. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding and ask further questions if so desired.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Sep. 29, 2025
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001) SIN TITULO [UNTITLED], 1992
Est: €1,500 - €2,000
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001) SIN TITULO [UNTITLED], 1992 mixed media signed lower right; titled, dated and inscribed on label on reverse h:19.50 w:13.50 in. Provenance: Arte de Oaxaca Galería, Mexico; Private collection Rodolfo Morales was a Mexican artist born in 1925 into a working class family in the small town of Ocotlán de Morelos. With an interest in drawing at a young age, Morales began his career as an art teacher and drawing instructor at the Escuela Nacional Preparatoria in Mexico City. In 1954, he painted his first mural for the Municipal Palace in Oaxaca. He continued painting throughout his life without much recognition until 1975 when he met prominent Mexican painter Rufino Tamayo at his exhibition opening in Cuernavaca, who recognised his talent and introduced Morales to the international art world. From then on his works were featured in major group shows and exhibitions internationally, in the US and Europe. By 1985 Morales was able to give up his teaching job and focus exclusively on his art. In 1996, a retrospective of his work was shown at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco which eventually toured all over the United States. His colourful oeuvre incorporates aspects of his Zapotec heritage, symbols of Mexican rural society and indigenous culture and folklore. Morales paid particular attention to Mexican women in different scenes engaging in daily chores and other activities. In 1992 he set up his own cultural foundation, funded by sales of his own work, to support the renovation of churches and community spaces in his hometown. His paintings can be found in the Museum of Latin American Art, California and the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo of Monterrey.
Whyte's
Sep. 29, 2025
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001) WOMAN WITH SEATED DOG
Est: €5,000 - €7,000
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001) WOMAN WITH SEATED DOG oil on board signed lower right h:17.75 w:10 in. Provenance: Arte de Oaxaca Galería, Mexico; Private collection Rodolfo Morales was a Mexican artist born in 1925 into a working class family in the small town of Ocotlán de Morelos. With an interest in drawing at a young age, Morales began his career as an art teacher and drawing instructor at the Escuela Nacional Preparatoria in Mexico City. In 1954, he painted his first mural for the Municipal Palace in Oaxaca. He continued painting throughout his life without much recognition until 1975 when he met prominent Mexican painter Rufino Tamayo at his exhibition opening in Cuernavaca, who recognised his talent and introduced Morales to the international art world. From then on his works were featured in major group shows and exhibitions internationally, in the US and Europe. By 1985 Morales was able to give up his teaching job and focus exclusively on his art. In 1996, a retrospective of his work was shown at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco which eventually toured all over the United States. His colourful oeuvre incorporates aspects of his Zapotec heritage, symbols of Mexican rural society and indigenous culture and folklore. Morales paid particular attention to Mexican women in different scenes engaging in daily chores and other activities. In 1992 he set up his own cultural foundation, funded by sales of his own work, to support the renovation of churches and community spaces in his hometown. His paintings can be found in the Museum of Latin American Art, California and the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo of Monterrey.
Whyte's
Sep. 29, 2025
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001) WOMAN WITH CHESSBOARD
Est: €8,000 - €12,000
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001) WOMAN WITH CHESSBOARD oil on board signed lower right h:18.75 w:14.25 in. Provenance: Arte de Oaxaca Galería, Mexico; Private collection Rodolfo Morales was a Mexican artist born in 1925 into a working class family in the small town of Ocotlán de Morelos. With an interest in drawing at a young age, Morales began his career as an art teacher and drawing instructor at the Escuela Nacional Preparatoria in Mexico City. In 1954, he painted his first mural for the Municipal Palace in Oaxaca. He continued painting throughout his life without much recognition until 1975 when he met prominent Mexican painter Rufino Tamayo at his exhibition opening in Cuernavaca, who recognised his talent and introduced Morales to the international art world. From then on his works were featured in major group shows and exhibitions internationally, in the US and Europe. By 1985 Morales was able to give up his teaching job and focus exclusively on his art. In 1996, a retrospective of his work was shown at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco which eventually toured all over the United States. His colourful oeuvre incorporates aspects of his Zapotec heritage, symbols of Mexican rural society and indigenous culture and folklore. Morales paid particular attention to Mexican women in different scenes engaging in daily chores and other activities. In 1992 he set up his own cultural foundation, funded by sales of his own work, to support the renovation of churches and community spaces in his hometown. His paintings can be found in the Museum of Latin American Art, California and the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo of Monterrey.
Whyte's
Jul. 15, 2025
Rodolfo Morales (1925-2001, Mexican), Untitled
Est: $500 - $700
Rodolfo Morales (1925-2001, Mexican) Untitled Lithograph in colors on paper Edition: 71/100 Signed and numbered in pencil in the lower corners of the image: Rodolfo Morales
John Moran Auctioneers
May. 29, 2025
Rodolfo Morales Etching Figures
Est: $200 - $300
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001). Etching, figures. Pencil signed lower right and numbered 45/100 in pencil lower left. Unframed. Sheet 31" x 37 7/8". Some creasing to corners, along edges and into margins; tear at edge lower center, smudges visible in margins.
Willow Auction House
Mar. 28, 2025
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican 1925-2001), Untitled, Oil on canvas, Oval (unframed): 23-1/2 x 31-1/2 in (59.7 x 80 cm)
Est: $25,000 - $35,000
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001) Untitled Oil on canvas Signed Rodolfo Morales twice, l.r. and u.l. Property of a Maryland Collector Provenance: Galería Miró, San Pedro Garza García, Mexico
Weschler's
Feb. 28, 2025
RODOLFO MORALES (1925-2001). Virgen de Guadalupe. oil on canvas39 3/8 x 39
Est: $120,000 - $150,000
RODOLFO MORALES (1925-2001). Virgen de Guadalupe. oil on canvas39 3/8 x 39 ½ in. (100 x 100.3 cm.).
Christie's
Feb. 28, 2025
RODOLFO MORALES (1925-2001). Prohibida la entrada. oil on canvas31 ¾ x 39 3
Est: $80,000 - $120,000
RODOLFO MORALES (1925-2001). Prohibida la entrada. oil on canvas31 ¾ x 39 3/8 in. (80.6 x 100 cm.).
Christie's
Dec. 13, 2024
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican 1925-2001), Untitled, Oil on canvas, 59 x 47 in (149.9 x 119.4 cm)
Est: $80,000 - $120,000
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001) Untitled Oil on canvas Signed Rodolfo Morales l.r.; 1993 Provenance: Bond Latin Gallery, San Francisco, June 3, 1995
Weschler's
Nov. 09, 2024
Rodolfo Morales, Untitled
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925 - 2001) Untitled oil on mounted paper signed lower right: RODOLFO MORALES
Santa Fe Art Auction
Sep. 24, 2024
Rodolfo Morales
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Mexican, 1925-2001 Ascension, 1986 Signed Rodolfo Morales (lr) Graphite on paper 25 3/4 x 19 3/4 inches (65.4 x 50.2 cm) Provenance: Mary-Anne Martin Fine Art, New York Private collection, New York (Framed: 32 1/2 x 26 x 1 3/8 inches) Sheet is hinged to backing at upper left and upper right. Old paper tape on the reverse. Slight ripple to sheet.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Sep. 17, 2024
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican 1925–2001), Maria No Seas Coqueta, Screenprint in Color, Signed l.r. and numbered 8/100 l.l., Unframed, Sheet Size: 25 3/4 x 19 5/8 in. (65.4 x 49.8 cm.)
Est: $400 - $600
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican 1925–2001), Maria No Seas Coqueta, Screenprint in Color, Signed l.r. and numbered 8/100 l.l., Unframed, Property from the Estate of George Zorin
Weschler's
Sep. 17, 2024
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican 1925–2001), Dos Bicecletas, Screenprint in Color, Signed l.r. and numbered 8/100 l.l., Unframed, Sheet Size: 19 5/8 x 25 3/4 in. (49.8 x 65.4 cm.)
Est: $400 - $600
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican 1925–2001), Dos Bicecletas, Screenprint in Color, Signed l.r. and numbered 8/100 l.l., Unframed, Property from the Estate of George Zorin
Weschler's
Sep. 04, 2024
Rodolfo Morales, La Patria, 1994;
Est: £300 - £500
Rodolfo Morales, Mexican 1925-2001, La Patria, 1994; lithograph on wove, signed and numbered 54/100, sheet: 53.5 x 60.5 cm, (framed)
Roseberys
Jul. 23, 2024
Rodolfo Morales (1925-2001) Mexico
Est: $500 - $1,000
MUSICIANS AND SINGERS WITH ANGEL, color lithograph, signed and numbered 28/100 in pencil, 19 ¾ x 25 ¾”, frame 26 ½ x 32 ½” with glass.
Clark's Fine Art & Auctioneers Inc.
May. 16, 2024
Sin título
Est: $150,000 - $200,000
Property from a Mexican Private Collection Rodolfo Morales 1925 - 2001 Sin título signed Rodolfo Morales (lower right) oil on canvas 53 by 55 ½ in. 135 by 141 cm. Executed in 1995.
Sotheby's
May. 08, 2024
Rodolfo Morales
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
Untitled, 1996 Signed Rodolfo Morales (lr) Oil on canvas 29 x 38 1/2 inches (73.7 x 98 cm) Unframed Light rubs to all four corners. Overall good condition.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Apr. 23, 2024
RODOLFO MORALES, MEXICAN 1925-2001, PECES DE GALA, 1992, Collage, Collage: 13 1/2 x 20 in. (34.3 x 50.8 cm.), Frame: 17 1/8 x 23 1/8 in. (43.5 x 58.7 cm.)
Est: $1,500 - $3,000
RODOLFO MORALES MEXICAN, 1925-2001 PECES DE GALA, 1992 Collage Verso incised on metal frame: Silvio Aguero / Enero / 92; verso label: GALERIA ESTELA SHAPIRO 1992 / RODOLFO MORALES ROM-0067 Collage / PECES DE GALA / 34 X 51
Potomack Company
Mar. 13, 2024
Rodolfo Morales
Est: $15,000 - $20,000
Mexican, 1925-2001 The Smoker, 1982 Signed Rodolfo Morales (lr) Oil on oval canvas 31 1/2 x 23 1/2 inches (80 x 59.7 cm) Unframed Provenance: Bond Latin, San Francisco Acquired from the above by the current owner Scattered paint separation throughout, most apparent in darkest pigments within hand and forehead of figure. No evidence of restoration under UV inspection.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Dec. 07, 2023
Rodolfo Morales (1925-2001), The bride, Mixed media collage on paper, Sight: 20" H x 14" W
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Rodolfo Morales (1925-2001) The bride Mixed media collage on paper Signed on a piece of paper in pen, lower right: Rodolfo Morales
John Moran Auctioneers
Dec. 07, 2023
Rodolfo Morales (1925-2001), Candy-striped man, Mixed media collage on paper, Sight: 13.5" H x 19.5" W
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Rodolfo Morales (1925-2001) Candy-striped man Mixed media collage on paper Signed on a piece of paper in pen, lower right: Rodolfo Morales
John Moran Auctioneers
Dec. 07, 2023
Rodolfo Morales (1925-2001), Guelaguetza, Mixed media collage on paper, Sight: 20" H x 14" W
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Rodolfo Morales (1925-2001) Guelaguetza Mixed media collage on paper Signed on a piece of paper in pen, lower right: Rodolfo Morales
John Moran Auctioneers
Nov. 08, 2023
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001) 2 Serigraphs
Est: $800 - $1,600
Rodolfo Morales (Mexican, 1925-2001) 2 Serigraphs. 1) Dos novias en bicicleta," 1996, signed and numbered: PE 15/15. Framed. Size: 21.5'' x 27.5'', 55 x 70 cm (sight); 24.5'' x 30.5'', 62 x 77 cm (frame); 2) Untitled, signed and numbered, from an edition of 100. Framed. Size: 22.5'' x 30.75'', 57 x 78 cm (sight); 27.5'' x 35.5'', 70 x 90 cm (frame).
Material Culture
Oct. 24, 2023
RODOLFO MORALES (1925-2001) Untitled (Portrait)mixed media collage on paper in artist's frame, signed 'RODOLFO MORALES' lower right17 1/4 x 23 1/4in (43.7 x 59cm)
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
RODOLFO MORALES (1925-2001) Untitled (Portrait) mixed media collage on paper in artist's frame, signed 'RODOLFO MORALES' lower right 17 1/4 x 23 1/4in (43.7 x 59cm)
Bonhams
Oct. 24, 2023
RODOLFO MORALES - DE MANTELES LARGOS
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Lot 120 Rodolfo Morales Mexican (1925-2001) De manteles largos (2000) lithograph signed lower right, editioned 19/100 23 1/2 x 29 inches unframed Provenance: The Graciela Kartofel Collection
Capsule Gallery Auction
Oct. 11, 2023
Rodolfo Morales
Est: $20,000 - $40,000
Mexican, 1925-2001 The Smoker, 1982 Signed Rodolfo Morales (lr) Oil on oval canvas 31 1/2 x 23 1/2 inches (80 x 59.7 cm) Unframed Provenance: Bond Latin, San Francisco Acquired from the above by the current owner Scattered paint separation throughout, most apparent in darkest pigments within hand and forehead of figure. No evidence of restoration under UV inspection.
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