Valentine - Autumn Cusco
Valentine - Autumn Cusco
Acrylic on canvas
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“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
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