Mario Sanchez Cuban Cigar Factory Lithograph Hand Signed 119/950 COA 1980 For Sale

MARIO SANCHEZHAND-SIGNED LIMITED EDITION LITHOGRAPH“Old Island Days No. 99: A Fabulous Industry” • 119/950 • COAA Remarkable Portrait of Historic Key WestTitled “Old Island Days No. 99: A Fabulous Industry,” this richly detailed limited-edition lithograph by celebrated Cuban-American folk artist Mario Sanchez preserves an important chapter of Key West history.The original Certificate of Authenticity identifies the work as “Cigar Factory.” The lively interior scene depicts workers inside the Eduardo Hidalgo Gato Cigar Company, once a pioneering force in Key West’s historic cigar-making industry.Cigar makers sit at long tables, workers prepare tobacco leaves, and a traditional reader addresses the room from a raised platform as the employees continue their skilled work.The Story Within the SceneCigar manufacturing was once one of Key West’s defining industries, supported by generations of Cuban craftspeople whose knowledge, labor, and traditions helped shape the island’s identity.Sanchez presents the factory as a community filled with activity and personality rather than simply a place of work. Every figure contributes to the story, from the cigar rollers and tobacco workers to the traditional reader delivering news and literature to the room.The composition invites close viewing, revealing new gestures, expressions, signs, furnishings, and architectural details each time it is examined.About the ArtistMario Sanchez (1908–2005) was a celebrated Cuban-American folk artist born and raised in Key West, Florida.Known as a visual chronicler of old Key West, Sanchez preserved the island’s people, streets, businesses, celebrations, and Cuban heritage through colorful scenes drawn from personal memory.His distinctive artwork is represented in museum, institutional, and private collections and remains closely associated with the cultural history of Key West.Documented AuthenticityThis example is hand signed in pencil by Mario Sanchez and individually numbered 119 of 950 in the lower margin.The original Certificate of Authenticity from Mario Sanchez Creations, Inc. remains attached to the reverse. The certificate identifies the artist, the title “Cigar Factory,” the edition of 950, the year printed as 1980, and the medium as an original lithograph.An additional biographical sheet titled “Memories & History: The Art of Mario Sanchez” is also attached to the reverse.SIGNED KEY WEST FOLK ARTArtistMario SanchezTitleOld Island Days No. 99: “A Fabulous Industry” • Identified as “Cigar Factory” on the COAYear Printed1980MediumOriginal Limited Edition Lithograph on PaperEditionNumber 119 of 950SignatureHand Signed in Pencil by Mario SanchezCertificateOriginal Certificate of Authenticity from Mario Sanchez Creations, Inc. Attached to ReversePublisherMario Sanchez Creations, Inc.SubjectEduardo Hidalgo Gato Cigar Factory, Cigar Makers, Tobacco Workers and Traditional ReaderRegionKey West, FloridaOverall Framed SizeApproximately 28.5 × 14 InchesOrientationHorizontalFrameVintage Silver-Tone Metal Frame with Glazing • Ready to HangA Distinctive Piece of Key West HistoryThis hand-signed and numbered edition combines the recognizable folk art of Mario Sanchez with an important historical Key West subject.Its detailed cigar-factory scene, Cuban-American cultural connection, limited edition, pencil signature, original certificate, and period framing make it especially appealing to collectors of Mario Sanchez, Key West art, Florida folk art, Cuban heritage, labor history, and cigar-industry memorabilia.ConditionPresented in excellent vintage display condition with light age-related wear consistent with previous display and handling.The lithograph retains strong color and clear visual detail. The vintage silver-tone frame and glazing show minor surface marks, scratches, and wear consistent with age. The backing paper and attached documentation show expected aging, discoloration, tape residue, and handling wear.The original Certificate of Authenticity and artist information sheet remain attached to the reverse.Please review all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description and show the exact artwork, pencil signature, edition number, framing, certificate, and reverse documentation you will receive.Professionally PackedYour framed lithograph and attached documentation will be carefully packaged using protective materials to help ensure safe delivery.We take pride in offering thoughtfully selected original artwork, signed editions, and collectibles with honest descriptions and careful attention to every order.Mario Sanchez • Cuban Heritage • Historic Key WestThank you for visiting our eBay Store.