"Cardinal Norteno Eggshell Series" #14877 by Luis Sottil Original Oil on Canvas Hand Signed by the Artist Medium: Oil Art Size: 24" x 24" Image Size: 12" x 12" Condition: Mint Custom Frame Certificate of Authenticity and appraisal is included. Luis Sottil: Born in Mexico City, and raised in Tampico, Sottil offers an appreciation of nature in an art form he calls Naturalismo Sottil combines a rich coat of gold leaf that serves as a background to each painting, and natural pigments such as minerals, mother-of-pearl, vegetable roots, and rare Cochilla beetle shell found only in Mexico to create his blend of natures innocence and romantic sophistication. Sottil's paintings and prints offer an uncomplicated positive message-nothing is as beautiful or as important as nature.