Street Scene with Figures Oil Painting

This item is an original oil painting depicting a bustling street scene, likely in an urban or semi-urban setting, characterized by a thick impasto technique. The painting is framed in a simple, unadorned wooden frame with a reddish-brown stain, suggesting a minimalist or mid-century modern aesthetic for the framing. The artwork itself features a palette dominated by cool blues, grays, and whites, accented with earthy tones in the figures' clothing and hints of yellow or beige on architecture and possibly overhead wiring. The brushwork is deliberate and textured, with visible strokes creating a sense of movement and dimension, particularly in the rendering of the street surface and the varied surfaces of the buildings. Several figures, depicted in an expressive, somewhat abstracted manner, are shown walking along the street; their attire suggests a warm climate or traditional wear, with vibrant splashes of red, orange, and white. The architecture consists of multi-storied buildings lining the street, some with visible windows and potentially awnings or market stalls extending from them, though these details are rendered loosely. The overall condition appears to be good with no obvious signs of significant damage like tears or major paint loss, although the specific texture of impasto could conceal minor abrasions. There are no visible artist's signatures or marks from the provided image. Based on the style and framing, the item could date from the mid-20th century to the late 20th century, possibly evoking post-impressionistic or expressionistic influences in its application and subject matter. The quality of craftsmanship is robust, with a confident handling of paint and composition, indicative of a trained or skilled artist.