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Vintage Mexican Amate Bark Painting – Nahua Folk Art Wedding Scene

Vintage Mexican Amate Bark Painting – Nahua Folk Art Wedding Scene

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This vibrant work of Mexican folk art is hand-painted on traditional Amate paper, a medium with roots stretching back to pre-Hispanic Mesoamerica. The scene captures a bustling village festival, meticulously detailed with floral borders, musicians, and a central tiered cake honoring "Paco and Maria." Created by artists from the Guerrero region, these paintings are celebrated for their storytelling and use of brilliant, saturated pigments. This piece comes professionally framed and matted, ready for display.

Specs
• Maker/Artist: Nahua Folk Artist (Guerrero, Mexico)
• Year Made: circa 1980s
• Materials: Handmade Amate bark paper, Gouache/Acrylic paint, Wood frame, Glass
• Dimensions: 26.5" H x 19.5" W x 1" D

Condition
The painting is in excellent condition with no fading to the pigments. The handmade paper has natural texture and irregular edges as intended; the frame is sturdy with minor shelf wear.

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