Still Life with Mate and Kettle
Painting on paper or board • Contemporary student or amateur artist; style suggests a Latin American regional influence
Style & Movement
Folk Art / Post-Impressionist influence
Medium & Technique
Mixed media, likely watercolor or gouache with possible colored pencil and acrylic accents; employs expressive brushwork and local color layering
Creation Period
Late 20th Century to early 21st Century
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 12 x 16 inches; portrait orientation
Subject Description
A still life featuring a traditional South American yerba mate gourd with a bombilla (metal straw), situated in front of a purple-toned kettle. The objects rest on a wavy, striped tablecloth against a vibrant turquoise and green background.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; evidence of minor cockling on the paper support
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $100 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired directly from the artist or through a local estate; no formal gallery labels visible
Art Historical Significance
Represents the continuation of regional still life traditions and daily life iconography peculiar to Rioplatense or Southern Cone cultures
Notable Features
Unique use of non-naturalistic color, specifically the purple palette for the kettle, and a playful rhythmic approach to the striped foreground textile
Condition Issues
Slight paper distortion due to moisture from wet media; minor surface abrasions
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend framing under UV-protective glass with acid-free matting to prevent further cockling and pigment fading