Latin America, Mexico, ca. 1930s. A beautiful painting that follows in the early Mexican Modernist tradition of capturing the charm of Mexico's indigenous heritage. In the foreground is a beautiful woman, sitting in profile, dressed in a red rebozo wrapped over her head and around her shoulders, her form framed by the verdant hill beyond. Approaching her is a man dressed in white with a red cape or scarf over his shoulder, his hands clasped together as if gathering the courage to speak with the young lady, his visage somewhat obscured by a large white sombrero. In the distance red-roofed white colonial style buildings dot the landscape. The frame is quite attractive with a beautifully carved decorative pattern highlighted in copper and green hues. A wonderful painting created by an artist who subscribed to the Mexican Modernists' concept of indigenismo, a philosophy that honored the native peoples and cultures of their land. Size: 11.5" W x 14.625" H (29.2 cm x 37.1 cm); 15.875" W x 18.875" H (40.3 cm x 47.9 cm) including frame

Provenance: private Honolulu, Hawaii, USA collection

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Gallery paper on verso is a bit torn, but the painting seems to be in very good condition save slight age wear with areas of craquelure. Frame is stunning and in excellent condition.