This exceptional painting, by Vicente Albán (Quito, ca. 1723-1796) attr., offers a sophisticated portrayal of social stratification in the late Audience of Quito. The scene depicts a marriage proposal, where the contrasting attire and positioning of a Creole woman, her native elite future bride, and a dark-skinned suitor illustrate the complexities of race and class within 18th-century viceregal society. Albán’s attention to detail, particularly in the intricacies of clothing and gesture, emphasizes the nuanced social dynamics of the period. The work provides a rare and insightful perspective into the cultural and societal hierarchies of the time, marking it as a significant contribution to the art of the Viceroyalty of New Granada.