Cusqueña School “Praying Virgin” – Andean Colonial Religious Painting

A beautiful Cusqueña School painting depicting the Praying Virgin (Virgen Orante), surrounded by a radiant golden halo and framed with vibrant floral motifs.
Her serene expression, delicate features and elegant posture capture the classic Andean reinterpretation of European Marian iconography.

The Virgin wears richly decorated robes adorned with intricate gold foliate patterns, a hallmark of colonial Cusco School artistry. The floral border adds warmth and depth, while the gold rays emanating from her head emphasize purity and divine light.

This artwork exemplifies the fusion of Indigenous Andean aesthetics with Baroque religious influences — a defining characteristic of the Cusqueña School.

Perfect for collectors of:
• Latin American colonial art
• Cusqueña School paintings
• Virgin Mary iconography
• Devotional & sacred art
• Unique handcrafted heritage pieces

A refined and luminous devotional work that brings elegance and spiritual presence to any collection or interior.