ORIGINAL ARTWORK Acrylic on canvas Peru - Cusco streets

“Andean Village Life" (Title inferred, not labeled in the painting)
Artist: Valentín
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Origin: Peru

Valentín 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. Subject & Composition

The painting portrays a traditional Andean village nestled in the mountainous highlands of Peru. The composition guides the viewer's eye along a winding street populated by villagers and animals. Key elements: Architecture:

Adobe-style buildings with textured red clay tile roofs.Blue wooden balconies that contrast beautifully against warm earth tones. Cracked walls and aging textures suggest history and resilience

Figures:

Women in traditional skirts and shawls (bright and multicolored)

Men and children in simple ponchos

A group leading pack animals (possibly llamas or donkeys), indicating commerce or travel

Setting:

Majestic Andean peaks in the background Trees in fall foliage—bright oranges, reds, and yellows—frame the scene with a celebratory feeling Color Palette & Mood

Dominant Colors: Warm reds, terracottas, deep purples, indigo blues, and golden yellows

Effect on Mood:The color intensity evokes warmth, cultural richness, and community. Despite the mountainous setting, the scene feels inviting and joyful Artistic Techniques

Textural brushstrokes bring depth and movement, especially on rooftops

Exaggerated curves of buildings create a whimsical, almost surreal rhythm

Layering of color adds to the vibrancy and life of the painting

The scene blends figurative realism with folk-art stylisation Cultural Significance

This artwork celebrates Peruvian identity, particularly the Quechua or Aymara traditions of the Andes:

Traditional dress as a marker of cultural pride

Mountain landscapes—spiritually and economically central to Andean life Community scenes reflect the collective lifestyle typical of rural Peru

The painting can be seen as:

“A tribute to the enduring spirit of Cusco —its colors, its people, and the harmony between nature and tradition."

SIZE AVAILABLE:

unframed aprox 500 mm x 420 mm

FRAMING SUGGESTION

Modern and minimal, allowing the painting’s bold colors and brushstrokes to pop

Adds visual depth without a physical mat, giving the illusion the painting is “floating", THIS PAINT DON'T NEED GLASS

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

We can frame here in Christchurch from a local Framing