The River, San Luis Potosi, Mexico, Painting, 1953-1965 19447 and scarlet

and scarlet

Portrait of Lyon's wife

gesso and mineral pigments

which are rendered in shades of indigo

Acrylic and paper collage on paper board

The River, San Luis Potosi, Mexico, Painting, 1953-1965 19447 and scarletThe River, San Luis Potosi, Mexico, original vintage painting by Mexican American folk artist Martin Saldana. A view of a ranch near San Luis Potosi, Mexico, inspired by the artist's childhood memories. Painted in a primitive or nave style, the composition features female figures, dogs, houses, flowers, and birds, including ducks and peacocks. Rendered in primary colors of green, blue, white, yellow, and red. Oil on board. Signed by the artist and