Mexican Paintings

Oil painting on canvas created around 1950 depicting a still life composition centered on a sliced watermelon accompanied by pomegranates and other fruits arranged on a neutral surface. The scene stands out for its vivid chromatic contrast: the vibrant red of the watermelon’s flesh against the deep green of its rind, complemented by the warm, organic tones of the surrounding fruits, creating a rich and balanced visual composition. The work evokes the symbolic and emotional language associated with Frida Kahlo, particularly her way of depicting fruit as metaphors for life, fertility, and a deep connection to the Mexican land. Within the Mexican pictorial tradition of the twentieth century, fruits such as watermelon and pomegranate often carry a strong symbolic presence, becoming more than simple objects and instead reflecting cultural identity and expressive depth. The painterly treatment reveals a warm palette and a soft atmospheric background that enhances the sculptural presence of the fruits. The composition recalls the sensitivity and visual language characteristic of mid-century Mexican still life...

Circa 1970, we offer this rare Mexican Wrestler Acrilic Painting.

Antique Spanish Colonial retablo of the Virgin Mary and baby Jesus framed by red roses, they are both wearing crowns and floating on clouds. ...

Circa 1970, we offer this rare Mexican Wrestler Acrilic and collage Painting.

Enchanting acrylic painting on canvas of a tiger and a lion in a colorful jungle setting with flowers, executed in a whimsical naive style. Signed Cadena and presented in a thin wood...

A circa 1940's large Mexican painted wood panel of the Virgin of Guadalupe. Measurements: Height: 60" Width: 36" Depth: 2"

For your consideration, a 1960s mid-century modern abstract painting Mexico City. Signed in lower left corner hard to read. In the style of Leonardo Nierman. Oil on Masonite Dimensi...

Oil on board abstract painting by Leonardo Nierman (1932-2023). The painting is titled on the back City Abstracture (Compostion #28). There are remnants of an exhibition label. The s...

Beautiful antique Mexican oil on canvas painting of Saint Anthony with the infant Jesus. There are a few old repairs as shown on photos. Framed with ...

Portrait of a Mexican widow, oil on canvas, signed and dated 1883.

Original signed acrylic painting on wood depicting a pair of Cardinals nesting by Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo. The painting was commissioned (and hence the name of the person that did) ...

About An original 19th century Mexican folk retablo "Veronica's Veil" or "El Divono Rostro" in Spain . Oil paint on tin. The Veil of Veronica, known in Italian as the Volto Santo o...

A charming mid century bullfight painting by Epifanio Ortega, A Mexican artist, ca' 1969. Born in 1947, Ortega's paintings have a very modern, Cub...

"Basura En La Ciudad" Acrylic on canvas abstract artwork by Mexican artist Maricruz Hernadez Covarrubias 1947-2016 Painting measurements: width 47'' height 35.25'' "Maricruz H. Cov...

We offer this amazing original cover painted in gouache in excellent vintage condition, issue 291 "Al gato y al ratón jugabas con mi chon", circa 1990. About the Sensacional Comics as part of the Mexican Culture: "Sensacional" is the generic name of a handful of Mexican comics published at the end of the 1970s (1979 to be exact) and whose "boom" remained in force within the Mexican idiosyncrasy for around 20 years, (all the decade of the 80's and 90's) to then go downhill and "evolve", so to speak, until they become sexually explicit...

A 1960 oil on canvas by Mexican artist Carlos Orozco Romero depicting a violet human figure seated by a clear table with the Moon on her right. The painting is signed and dated on th...

1940s Oil On Canvas Rendering by Artist RAY MARTINEZ During Pablo Picasso's Cubism Period. Mexican Artist Ray Martinez's Rendition Of "Still Life With Guitar" Signed, With Artist's Signature Bottom Right Hand Corner Of Canvas. Artist Ray Martinez's Oil On Canvas Painting Using...

Introducing a true masterpiece from renowned Mexican artist Jesus Leuus, this exquisite painting captures the essence of Mexican culture with its vibrant colors and exceptional atten...

Semi abstract landscape mixed-media by Listed Artist Cecilia Garcia Amaro-framed under glass.-Price reduced from $2800

Artist: Pedro Friedeberg (Mexican, 1936-) Title:Le Tombeau D'Hemingway Year: 1963 Medium: Ink and watercolor on paper: Size: 14 3/4 x 19 1/2 plus 3 inch frame Mark: upper lef...

"Mar Azul" Abstract artwork by Mexican artist Maricruz Hernandez Covarrubias 1947-2016 Painting measurements: width 51.25'' height 39.25'' Maricruz H. Covarrubias – Biography Ea...

This is an amazing and important collection of 8 plaques (7 tin metal and one in wood) that have been hand painted by Catholic religious devotees in gratitude to either Christ, Virgi...

"Pescados En El Mar" acrylic on canvas abstract artwork by Mexican artist Maricruz Hernandez Covarrubias 1947-2016 Painting measurements: width 39.25 height 19.75 Maricruz H. Cova...

Large oil on canvas painting by Sergio Hernandez from his " Casitas" series from the 1980s.  Naive yet sophisticated style depicting stylized native houses found in the countryside t...

Monumental, sculptural and imposing new works by Merida, Yucatan, Mexico based artist, Ricardo Ramirez Rivero. "Legacy" is a three panel triptych composed of paper clay/paper mache ...

"Ciudad Gris" Abstract Artwork By Mexican Artist Maricruz Hernadez Covarrubias 1947-2016 Painting measurements" Width 35.25 height 47'' Maricruz H. Covarrubias – Biography Early ...

A vibrant hand-painted enamel on metal attributed to the Spanish School, 20th century. This striking floral still life depicts an overflowing bouquet in vivid, high-gloss colors set ...

A striking pair of original 1980s black velvet paintings, each signed and dated "Wiko '83". Painted in the classic mid-century Mexican velvet-art trad...

Poseidon, from the series "Dionysus' Banquet" The Nude - reflecting contemporary social standards for aesthetics and morality. Although often associated with eroticism, the nude can ...

Jose Salazar Ruiz Esparza, Mexico 1925-2006. Abstract oil painting on canvas. Signed and dated in the lower left corner with original wood frame. Canvas 12x8"

1960s Mexico Modernism Vintage Abstract Oil Painting signed initials K A in the lower righthand corner. Oil on plywood 25.25 w x 32.5 x 1 d frame is .5 thick facing front Original vi...

We offer this amazing original cover painted in gouache in excellent vintage conditions, circa 1990 issue 226 "Pecho a Pechito llegaré a hojalatear tu corazón". About the Sensacional Comics as part of the Mexican Culture: "Sensacional" is the generic name of a handful of Mexican comics published at the end of the 1970s (1979 to be exact) and whose "Boom" remained in force within the Mexican idiosyncrasy for circa 20 years, (all the decade of the 1980s and 1990s) to then go downhill and "evolve", so to speak, until they become sexually explicit...

Hand embroidered textile fragment depicting creatures and floral native to Oaxacao, Mexico. W 97cm x H 84cm x D 2.5cm

1950s Art Pink Abstract painting Oil on Canvas by Miguel Alvarez Acosta former director of the INBA and cultural ambassador to Mexico. Mexican Modernism 28.5 h x 22.5 w x 1.13 d Ori...

We offer this amazing original cover painted in gouache in excellent vintage conditions, circa 1990 issue 129 "Sancho te encontr'e en la movidita Sancho". About the Sensacional Comics as part of the Mexican culture: "Sensacional" is the generic name of a handful of Mexican comics published at the end of the 1970s (1979 to be exact) and whose "Boom" remained in force within the Mexican idiosyncrasy for circa 20 years, (all the decade of the 1980s and 1990s) to then go downhill and "evolve", so to speak, until they become sexually explicit...

José Sámano Torres (Mexican, B. 1942). Jose Torress has created remarkable work that blends the creative styles of cubism with the colorful abstrac...

About An original 19th century Mexican folk retablo "Veronica's Veil" or "El Divono Rostro" in Spain . Oil paint on tin. The Veil of Veronica, known in Italian as the Volto Santo o...

This striking modernist painting combines abstract art with a touch of surrealism, creating a bold yet serene composition. Featuring vibrant colors, including golden ochre, verdant g...

The 19th Century Painting from Mexico in Gilt Frame is a captivating work of art that showcases the rich artistic tradition of the region. Set within an ornate gilt frame, the painti...

This ceiling to floor large-scale painting is an intimate portrait of Lazard's workspace and creativity. "That is how I spend my time all the time," says Lazard. Part of the genius o...

Large nocturnal winter landscape painting by California artist Peter ILYIN. Framed oil on canvas titled 'First Snow'. This painting hung in the Bohemian Club in San Francisco, and r...

A striking abstract composition by Mexican artist Irma Palacios, signed and dated 1987. Executed in oil on canvas, the work reflects Palacios’s refined exploration of surface, atmosp...

Expressive figurative oil painting by Spanish-born artist Jaime Oates (1912–2005), depicting a seated female nude rendered with bold brushwork and a restrained palette. Oates emigrat...

Spanish Colonial Penitent Mary Magdalene Original oil on canvas painting XIX century Details Original period frame. Painting dimensi...

Antique Mexican religious painting on tin, known as a retablo. The painting is of Saint Joseph holding baby Jesus. Framed in a hand made cus...

Antique 1850 Mexican colonial style oil on copper religious painting.

For your consideration, a reproduction of "The Creation of Adam," one of the most famous fresco panels on the Sistine Chapel's ceiling. It was painted by the Italian Renaissance arti...

Circa 1980. We offer this striking portrait captures the iconic spirit of Mexican lucha libre through a powerful frontal composition. Executed in acrylic on canvas, the painting depi...

Ameyaltepec, Guerrero. Tempera on paper. Venancio, Eugenio. Mexico, 20th century. Naïve rural landscape titled in the lower right and signed in the lower left, with people, building...

"Mexican Sun," an oil on canvas by artist Kathi Robinson Frank is an abstract composition in sunny golds, whites and blacks inspired by the earth and brill...

An early 20th Century oil on canvas painting by Mexican artist Guillermo Gómez Mayorga. The painting depicts his most recurrent motif, the open waters of Mexican sea. The painting is...

Important painting by Mexican artist Pedro Friedeberg depicting a zebra, from The Jungle series. Exposed in the 1984 exhibition at Galería de Arte Misrachi, Mexico City. Originally c...

Striking Expressionist portrait painting by Héctor Najera (Mexican, 1931–2004), executed in oil on board. Born in Monterrey, Mexico, Najera was known for his emotionally charged, fig...

KAY YUM - Untitled (Portrait of a Mexican Girl) - Mid Century Latin American oil painting on canvas - contained in a vintage frame with linen line...

From Ricardo Ramirez Rivero's new Legacy Series, "White Noise" is a diptych in two connecting panels. Comprised of paper clay/paper mache on wood board with acrylic paint and chukum...

An acrylic on canvas painting titled "Beirut's Impactant Decorative Impulses" by Mexican artist Cisco Jiménez. The colorful painting depicts a organic figure with a turbine on its ta...

Name Wenhammer's mixed media painting incorporates cast paper, natural fibers and even the granular texture of sand to create this subtly lyric large-scale artwork.

An acrylic on board painting titled "Lluvia de Meteritos" (Meteorite Rain) by Mexican artist Cisco Jiménez. The painting depicts a geological cut with volcanoes and different stones ...

Abstract Painting by Miguel Alvarez Acosta cultural ambassador of Mexico and former director of the INBA National Museum of Art in Mexico. Midcentury Modern Mexican Art...

Ramon Prats (1928-2003) vase and jug still life oil paint on masonite. Circa 1971. Signed and dated lower right, Prats, '71. A peaceful rendering and reminiscent of Morandi's solitary still life paintings. Prats' stippling effect with the brush or palette knife has created a beautifully tactile and textured painting. Light and dark contrast of the violet cylinder next to the curvaceous jug. A wonderful piece. the framing treatment consists of a simple flat black wood profile molding. The piece is in good overall condition with minor losses around the corners and edges of the work. No other major paint losses. No visible crazing, water damage or restorations. Some scuffs, dings and losses to the black frame. Wear consistent with age. Approximate overall dimensions with frame are 1.5" deep x 16" wide x 24.75" high. The approximate measurements of the actual work on masonite are 15.63" wide x 24.25" high. Bio from AskArt: Ramon Prats Born: 1928 - Spain Died: 2003 - Mexico Known for: Abstract mixed-media explosion theme, still life paintings Biography from Waddington's Spanish-born Ramón Prats was appointed as the official artist and illustrator for "El País" newspaper in Havana, Cuba when he was 15 years old. After his studies in Cuba, Prats moved to New York where he studied at the Art Students League of New York. He regularly exhibited at the Associated American Artists (AAA) Gallery until 1955 and also at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Prats moved to Mexico in 1956 and was pivotal in spearheading the development of modern art there until his death at age 74. Biography from Cooper-Hewitt Design Museum Ramon Prats (American, b. Spain, 1928-2003) developed his talent for painting while he was a child. At age 15, he was appointed the official artist and illustrator for El País newspaper in Havana, Cuba, where his family lived at the time. He studied at the School of Visual Arts in Santo Domingo and at the School of Graphic Arts in Havana, Cuba. Upon completing his studies in Cuba, Prats moved to New York, where he studied at the Art Students League* of New York. The Associated American Artists* (AAA) soon commissioned him under an exclusive seven-year contract. He regularly exhibited at the AAA gallery until 1955, and also showed at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. In 1952, he assisted painter Jose Vela Zanetti...