Mexican Folk Art Oil Painting on Reclaimed Window Panel, ca. 1980 View Watchlist >
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Lot # A864
System ID # 26141830
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Mexican Folk Art Oil Painting on Reclaimed Window Panel, ca. 1980
Vivid hand-painted oil on stretched canvas, mounted within a reclaimed wooden window panel and adorned with carved doves at the crest. This unsigned work embodies the Mexican folk art tradition, featuring colorful depictions of kitchen and market motifs—earthenware jugs, corn, fruits, flowers, utensils, and a calendar marked “Enero 1980.” The flattened perspective, bold black outlines, and warm palette reflect the influence of mid-20th-century costumbrista and retablo-inspired painting, likely originating from a regional workshop in Michoacán or Jalisco. Created with repurposed materials, the panel celebrates everyday domestic life and the handcrafted artistry of rural Mexico.
A striking decorative piece and fine example of vernacular craftsmanship that bridges narrative folk expression with rustic design.
Condition
Good overall, as shown. Craquelure and surface wear consistent with age. Evidence of old repairs and age-appropriate patina. Structurally sound and stable for display.
Dimensions
45" H × 57.25" W × 1.5" D
