Front Porch Still Life Oil Painting by Fernando Best

 A 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 (1889–1957) 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 academic technique with a folk sensibility, often using oil, watercolor, or pastel. Celebrated for capturing the spirit of Mexico’s landscape and culture, his art remains appreciated for its spontaneity and national character.

Condition
Good, consistent with age and use.

Our vintage pieces show the passage of time as we leave them in the original condition in which they were found. As a consequence, signs of wear and patina should be expected. Please refer to images for condition details.