Gaucho in Bariloche: Alpine Streets

A full-body portrait of a traditional gaucho standing on a cobbled street in San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina. He wears baggy bombachas tucked into tall black leather boots with spurs, a wide-brim felt hat, a leather belt with a silver buckle, and a wool poncho draped over his shoulders. A facón is sheathed at his belt, and a riata is coiled at his hip. In one hand he holds a mate cup and bombilla. His weathered face and moustache reflect Patagonian winds. The street is lined with Swiss-style wooden houses, flower boxes on balconies, and iron awnings. In the background, snow-capped Andean peaks rise over the turquoise Nahuel Huapi lake under a clear blue sky. A few tourists and locals in modern jackets pass by, highlighting the contrast between eras. The scene is hyper-realistic, ultra-detailed, with cinematic lighting, rich textures of wool, leather, and wood, and natural colors. High-resolution photorealism suitable for large prints.