Vintage Ecuador “La Mitad Del Mundo” Signed Painting – Quito Folk Art in Carved Wood Frame

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A lovely framed painting depicting the Equator monument, known as La Mitad del Mundo, located near Quito, Ecuador from the … Read more A lovely framed painting depicting the Equator monument, known as La Mitad del Mundo, located near Quito, Ecuador from the mid 20th century. At the center of the composition stands the tall stone structure marked with an “N” to signify the northern hemisphere, flanked by smaller monuments and set against a backdrop of mountains and expansive sky. In the foreground, two figures in traditional Ecuadorian attire are shown beside a clay vessel—one playing a flute and the other in mid-dance, holding a cloth.

Rendered in a style consistent with Ecuadorian folk art, the painting emphasizes cultural identity through its vibrant color palette and depiction of rural traditions. It is signed by the artist and inscribed with “Linea Equinoccial Quito Ecuador,” highlighting the work’s geographic and cultural significance. The piece is set in a custom carved wood frame with canvas matting, and the reverse side includes additional informative markings. See less