Vintage Mexican folk art bark paper painting Mythical beast, Amate Bark Art

A vintage Mexican folk art painting on hand made Bark paper. The painting has been done in very bright colours, some look like neon colours. This one features a mythical animal with sharp teeth and large horns in a field of flowers and foliage. Overall this piece is in good condition with a little fold in the top right corner and a small hole in the bark paper on the right bottom (paper production flaw). Unframed art makes it easier and cheaper to ship, and you can choose the right frame - for you. "In ancient Mexico, artists learned to make paper from tree bark. The Mexican tradition of making and painting tree bark paper is known as amate bark painting. It's an intriguing folk art that's quickly becoming popular as a living link to the ancient civilizations of Mexico's past." Paper size: 12-3/4 inches high x 10-3/8 inches wide