The photograph is affixed to thin, tan board, and is robustly signed and dated by Modotti in pencil on the mount beneath the lower right corner of the print. The print is trimmed to the image, and there is insignificant edge wear. A few tiny deposits of original retouching are also visible overall. When examined very closely, a thin band of faint glue-staining near the upper edge of the print is visible. This photograph is on double-weight paper with the matte surface characteristic of platinum and palladium prints. This print illustrates Modotti's expert handling of both her subject matter and her materials. The sunlight-lit broad hats punctuate the parade of men, some rendered with great clarity, others fading in the shadows. The photograph is warm-toned, with golden, creamy highlights and deep rich blacks. This impressive, early platinum or palladium print is in essentially excellent condition.
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