Front Porch Still Life Oil Painting by Fernando Best

Front Porch Still Life Oil Painting by Fernando BestA piece by famed Mexican artist Fernando Best Pontones that depicts a front porch scene with an open door. This antique piece shows a charming patina noting its long life. Dimensions 14. 5"L x 18. 5"H x 1"D Circa 1918, Signed and Dated Artist Fernando Best Pontones (18891957) was a Mexican painter known for his vibrant depictions of rural life, charros, and architectural scenes. Associated with the Escuelas al Aire Libre movement, his work blended

and architectural scenes

In the late 19th century

Our red clay cooking vessels are a tradition in Oaxaca

elegant handles

lamps and chairs

the carrizo open weave allowing flickering light to come through

often made of sugar or intricately painted clay

a Mexican interior and furniture designer known as "the" decorator to the elite in Mexico City

Clean with a damp cloth

has a subtle "twist" and feels comfortable in the hand

Unique in form yet rooted in tradition

this piece is an exact reproduction of the mirror as intended