Capture the vivid, soulful romance of mid-century global portraiture with this authentic matched pair of oval-framed lithographs. Deep earth tones, striking crimson scarves, and intricate beaded jewelry details illuminate the expressive faces of Chico and Elena in Ann Allaben's highly collectible signature illustrations, beautifully encased in smooth, gilded gallery frames.
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Measurements: 11" height, 9" width
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Decade: 1950s
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Style: Folk Art
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Material: Glass and Wood
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Condition: Very good vintage condition displaying bright ink saturation, entirely clear protective glass panes, and structurally solid gold-finished frames with some typical light age handling scuffs and one reverse side backing paper sheet showing a tear that needs a simple tape or paper patch
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Features: Complementary facing portrait layouts, molded oval frame profiles, original factory mounting, integrated wire hanging loops
Introduce a storied, worldly focal point to an eclectic living room gallery wall or a moody dark academia bedroom arrangement. The magnificent visual pivot between the crisp, high-gloss reflection of the curved glass enclosures and the rich, matte warmth of the vintage Spanish-inspired garments brings an authentic layer of mid-century folk art history to your display.
This set is vintage, over 70 years old. All measurements are close but approximate.