 'Colonial Images' (pair)
$34.95
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on sale! $31.46
Pots of geraniums fill the patio of a colonial home in Morelia. Founded in 1541, the gracious city's historical district is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Guillermo Fern�ndez de Castro captures architectural details that reveal a home dating from the 17th or early 18th century. He then turns his eye to an imaginary portrait of the former Hacienda del Colli. The lithographs reproduce the artist's original watercolor paintings. Titled "Im�genes coloniales" in Spanish. |
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 'Colonial Palaces I' (pair)
$34.95
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on sale! $31.46
An old wagon rests in the verdant patio of this regal building. Built in 1748 by the Bishop of Nueva Galicia, Dr. Juan G�mez de Parada and his brother, Dean of the Cathedral Dr. Gin�s G�mez de Parada, today it houses Guadalajara's Legislative Palace. More rustic in style, the Palacio de Huitzimengari in Patzcuaro boasts a red tile roof and arches faced with quarry stone. The lovely lithographs reproduce Guillermo Fern�ndez de Castro's original watercolor paintings. Titled "Palacios coloniales" in Spanish. |
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 'Labna Arch'
$84.95
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on sale! $76.46
Elaborate stone latticework covers the imposing archway at Labna in Yucat�n. Framed by clouds, the Maya ruins stand tall in the verdant jungle, little changed by time. The lyrical portrait is reminiscent of Frederick Catherwood's classic field drawings; he explored the area with John Lloyd Stephens in 1841. Francisco, Patricia and Gilberto present this original signed etching in a special limited edition for Novica. It comes with a certificate of authenticity and includes a brief description of the engraving and the artist, Patricia Quintana. Titled "Arco de Labna" in Spanish. |
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 'Temple of Santo Domingo'
$84.95
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on sale! $76.46
Colonial buildings surround a quiet Mexico City plaza steeped in history. Centered by a fountain, it leads to the Temple of Santo Domingo with its tall bell tower. To the right, the Palace of the Inquisition looms forebodingly alongside the old Customs House; to the left, ancient arcades once sheltered public scribes while they worked. Francisco, Patricia and Gilberto present this original signed etching in a special limited edition for Novica. It comes with a certificate of authenticity and includes a brief description of the engraving and the artist, Patricia Quintana. Titled "Templo de Santo Domingo" in Spanish. |
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 'Scenes from Patzcuaro' (pair)
$34.95
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on sale! $31.46
Situated in Lake P�tzcuaro, the island of Janitzio is a quiet enclave of whitewashed homes with red tile roofs. It is famous for its annual celebrations on November 2, the Day of the Dead. Guillermo Fern�ndez de Castro presents a delightful portrait of the island beneath billowing clouds. He then turns his eye to a lovely patio in a colonial home in the city of P�tzcuaro. The lithographs reproduce the artist's original watercolor paintings. Titled "Escenas de Patzcuaro" in Spanish. |
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 'Colonial Palaces II' (pair)
$34.95
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on sale! $31.46
The rustic charm of small colonial towns pervades these elegant lithographs by Guillermo Fern�ndez de Castro. Carved wood portals from highland forests line the cobblestone streets of Tapalpa, an alpine village in West Central Mexico. Stone portals grace the verdant patio of La Gu�tapera in Uruap�n. Founded about 1540 by Franciscan priest Juan de San Miguel, it was originally destined to be a hospital and chapel. The lithographs reproduce the artist's original watercolor paintings. Titled "Palacios coloniales II" in Spanish. |
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 'Great Houses of Mexico' (pair)
$34.95
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on sale! $31.46
Brick arcades line the sidewalk of Tapalpa, a small alpine town in the sierra of West Central Mexico. Tables in the shade invite passersby to chat over a steaming pot of coffee. Guillermo Fern�ndez de Castro presents a delightful portrait of the quiet cobblestone street. He then turns his eye to an 18th century mansion in Quer�taro. Viewed through an arch, the beautiful baroque building reveals an innate architectural harmony. The lithographs reproduce the artist's original watercolor paintings. Titled "Casonas de M�xico" in Spanish. |
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 'Facades of Mexico' (pair)
$34.95
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on sale! $31.46
Guillermo Fern�ndez de Castro presents a poignant portrait of a 19th century mansion in downtown Guadalajara. Characterized by tall, narrow windows and thick adobe walls, the crumbling fa�ade holds memories of a gracious lifestyle. Not far away, the former Hacienda de la Soledad has fared better. Located between La Venta del Astillero and Tesist�n in Zapopan, its grassy patio is filled with flowers. The lovely lithographs reproduce the artist's original watercolor paintings. Titled "Fachadas de M�xico" in Spanish. |
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 'Virgin of Love' (tryptich)
$169.95
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on sale! $152.96
Xochitl and Rafael depict the Virgin Mary as a little girl in this set of three paintings. Cherubs hold her aloft in a lilac sky. Moons, stars and glowing hearts surround her, representing her constant love day and night. Titled "Virgen de amor" in Spanish. |
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