Lot #469: Guatemalan Folk Art Painting “Mercado de Noche, Cristóbal Cholotío” with Original Spanish

Original Guatemalan folk art painting depicting a vibrant night market scene, titled “Mercado de Noche, Cristóbal Cholotío,” hand-painted in rich earth tones with figures in traditional dress selling produce and goods. The composition features baskets of fruit, textiles, and pottery, rendered in a classic naïve / folk art style associated with Central American village life. The painting is hand-lettered with the title and location and appears unsigned beyond the titled inscription. The work is accompanied by a group of original Spanish-language documents from Guatemala, dated October 8, 1987, bearing official stamps, signatures, and references to Catholic community organization and fundraising efforts. These documents add historical and cultural context and may relate to the region or community depicted. This lot offers a compelling combination of visual folk art and authentic regional ephemera, appealing to collectors of Latin American art, Guatemalan cultural material, and historical documents. Includes: • 1 original Guatemalan folk art painting • Multiple original stamped and signed Spanish-language documents (1987) Condition consistent with age; documents show folds and wear, painting presents well. See photos for full details. Pickup category timeslot {A}