A naive painting entitled "Corte de naranja" (Orange Picking), an oil on canvas by Guatemalan painter Gregorio Coche Mendoza. This work radiates with its shimmering colors, which illuminate the landscape, the sky, and the traditional clothing of the figures. The entire scene unfolds against the backdrop of volcanoes at the foot of Lake Atitlán, creating an atmosphere that is both peaceful and vibrant.
Gregorio Coche Mendoza is a Mayan artist from San Juan La Laguna, near Santiago Atitlán in Guatemala. Passionate about the daily life and culture of Guatemalans, he spontaneously and naturally captures everyday scenes, playing with the bright and vibrant colors of his country. For him, art is a way to preserve and transmit Mayan culture.
Medium: oil on canvas
Length: 20 cm
Width: 17.5 cm
Origin: Guatemala
