Maria - Ollaytambo

ORIGINAL WORK

Highland village in Peru, Ollantaytambo

Artist: Maria Medium: Watercolor Origin: Peru

Maria is a Peruvian artist recognized for vibrant depictions of highland village scenes. His works often celebrate rural Andean culture, daily life, and traditions through bold color palettes and expressive brushwork. While not widely known in international circles, his paintings are beloved in folk art communities and Peruvian artisan markets.

Style: Impressionistic with fine detailing; the brushstrokes and blending evoke a lively atmosphere, and the light treatment suggests early morning or late afternoon.

Color Palette: Warm earth tones dominate the buildings, while the clothing of the figures introduces lively bursts of red, blue, yellow, and green. The background mountains are rendered in cooler blues and purples.

Foreground: A cobblestone street with local women (likely indigenous) in traditional dress—wide skirts, shawls, and brimmed hats—selling goods, perhaps food or textiles. The market activity is central to the scene.

Architecture: Stucco or adobe buildings with red-tile roofs, wooden balconies, and small windows. The walls have a weathered look, typical of old mountain villages.

Background: Towering mountains fade into the mist, suggesting high altitude. A bell tower, likely from a colonial-era church, stands prominently.

Details: Hanging flower pots, a barber’s pole sign, and a woven basket on the lower right corner add life and texture. Atmosphere:

The scene feels warm, nostalgic, and culturally rich. The lighting suggests either dawn or dusk, casting long shadows and emphasizing the earthy tones.

PAINT ONLY AVAILABLE IN ONE SIZE

unframed aprox 490 mm x 350 mm

FRAMING SUGGESTION Simple Black or Espresso Frame with Matting

Offers a clean contrast that allows the painting’s colors and details to pop.Sleek, minimal design with a white or cream mat to create breathing space.

Modern or gallery-style interiors that want to highlight the artwork itself.

Please allow 10-14 days for shipping and up to 3 weeks for framed.

We can frame here in Christchurch from a local Framing