Skip to product information
Mother by Louis Carreon
Mother by Louis Carreon
Mother by Louis Carreon
Mother by Louis Carreon
Mother by Louis Carreon
Mother by Louis Carreon

Buy With Confidence

For over a century, we've placed important art, rare jewels and exceptional objects with more than 14,000 collectors worldwide, and have been recognized by trusted publications including Robb Report, The New York Times, Wall Street Journal and more.

On Approval

On Approval

Examine select works in person before you commit

125% Guarantee

125% Guarantee

Full credit plus 5% annual appreciation for five years

Trusted Expertise

Trusted Expertise

Over two centuries of combined experience across our specialists

Learn More

Mother by Louis Carreon

  • Carreon's luminous mixed media technique creates a powerful fusion of Indigenous and modern imagery
  • The radiant headdress rendered in brilliant oranges and greens suggests divine feminine energy
  • This composition honors the maternal strength
  • The artist's sophisticated layering of watercolor, pastel and graphite demonstrates technical mastery
  • Get complete item description here
$28,850
Item No. 32-1132

To speak to one of our experts, call 1-888-711-8084

Description
Louis Carreon
b. 1977 | American

Mother

Signed "Louis Carreon" (lower right)
Mixed media on canvas

A profound meditation on maternal reverence, Mother by Louis Carreon stands as a testament to the artist's ability to bridge contemporary artistic expression with ancestral traditions. This luminous composition is a spiritual celebration that honors both the sacred feminine and the enduring strength of Native American cultural heritage through Carreon's signature blend of traditional symbolism and. . .
Read More
Louis Carreon
b. 1977 | American

Mother

Signed "Louis Carreon" (lower right)
Mixed media on canvas

A profound meditation on maternal reverence, Mother by Louis Carreon stands as a testament to the artist's ability to bridge contemporary artistic expression with ancestral traditions. This luminous composition is a spiritual celebration that honors both the sacred feminine and the enduring strength of Native American cultural heritage through Carreon's signature blend of traditional symbolism and modern artistic innovation.

Carreon's masterful composition presents a figure crowned with a magnificent feathered headdress rendered in brilliant swaths of orange, yellow and green that seem to radiate energy. The artist employs a sophisticated interplay of transparent washes and bold gestural marks, creating layers of meaning that reveal themselves upon closer examination. Delicate coral and pink accents frame the figure's shoulders like ceremonial dress, while geometric patterns in gold and orange dots cascade across the composition's surface. The artist's confident use of mixed media—combining aerosol, pastel and graphite—creates a dreamlike quality where forms emerge and dissolve, suggesting the liminal space between the physical and spiritual realms.

Louis Carreon, a contemporary artist rooted in street art and urban culture, is celebrated for transforming personal and spiritual themes into raw, impactful works. As a significant voice in contemporary art that bridges street culture and gallery spaces, he continues the tradition established by Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring. Carreon’s ability to merge graffiti influences with profound symbolism positions him among the leading voices in modern spiritual art.

Canvas: 40" high x 30" wide (101.60 x 76.20 cm)
Frame: 41 1/8" high x 31 1/8" wide x 2 1/8" deep (104.46 x 79.06 x 5.40 cm)
Read Less
Mother by Louis Carreon
Maker: Carreon, Louis
Period: 1919-Present
Origin: America
Type: Paintings
Style: Postmodernism
Depth: 2.13 in. (5.4 cm)
Width: 31.13 in. (79.06 cm)
Height: 41.13 in. (104.46 cm)
Canvas Width: 30.000 in. (76.2 cm)
Canvas Height: 40.000 in. (101.6 cm)
6 Famous Friendships That Shaped Art History
Read More
What's the difference between modern and contemporary art?
Read More

Buy With Confidence

For over a century, we've placed important art, rare jewels and exceptional objects with more than 14,000 collectors worldwide, and have been recognized by trusted publications including Robb Report, The New York Times, Wall Street Journal and more.

On Approval

On Approval

Examine select works in person before you commit

125% Guarantee

125% Guarantee

Full credit plus 5% annual appreciation for five years

Trusted Expertise

Trusted Expertise

Over two centuries of combined experience across our specialists

Learn More

The M.S. Rau Difference

Bill Rau

Bill Rau Third-Generation Owner

Our philosophy has always been to offer clients only the very finest antiques, works of art and jewelry, and to back every transaction with the highest level of customer service. Earning your trust and delivering only the very best pieces is our top priority.

M.S. Rau is committed to offering fine art of the highest caliber and we seek paintings and sculpture by historically renowned artists, often with impressive provenance. The large majority of our works of art come from private collections; many are fresh to the market. Founded on Bill Rau’s expertise in the field, our specialisms range from Old Master pictures to Modern Art masterpieces. We regularly exhibit Dutch, Flemish, and Italian Old Masters, Academic, Orientalist, Barbizon, Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, Maritime & Sporting, British Neoclassical and American Illustration.

Our experienced fine art consultants offer personalized and confidential fine art consultation services to all clients. Whether you are looking to begin collecting art, grow an existing collection, or redefine your collecting strategy, M.S. Rau can support you on this journey.