Who painted Retrato de Andrés Terry Marmol?

Retrato de Andrés Terry Marmol was painted by Bernabé Demaría.

Where can I see Retrato de Andrés Terry Marmol?

Retrato de Andrés Terry Marmol is held by National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.

Artwork

Retrato de Andrés Terry Marmol

Retrato de Andrés Terry Marmol is an oil painting by Bernabé Demaría. It is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.

About this work

Overview

Bernabé Demaría’s oil painting, titled *Retrato de Andrés Terry Marmol*, presents a young child seated against a dark backdrop. The work is part of the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires, where it is displayed among other 19th‑century Argentine portraits.

Subject & Meaning

The canvas portrays an infant dressed in a white gown with lace trim, holding a dark object close to the chest, and wearing a matching bonnet. The solemn atmosphere, reinforced by the deep background, directs focus to the child’s delicate features and the intimacy of the moment.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil on canvas, Demaría employs a restrained palette, contrasting the luminous whites of the clothing with the surrounding chiaroscuro. Fine brushwork renders the lace and fabric texture, while broader strokes suggest the softness of the pillow or chair supporting the sitter.

History & Provenance

Created by Demaría, a noted Argentine portraitist, the painting entered the National Museum of Fine Arts’ holdings through acquisition in the mid‑20th century. Its provenance traces back to the family of Andrés Terry Marmol, the child depicted, linking the work to Buenos Aires’ social history.