Artwork
Dweller in the Cordillera
Dweller in the Cordillera is an oil painting by the Realist artist Francisco Laso. It dates from 1855 and is held in the collection of the Lima Art Museum.
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Overview
Dweller in the Cordillera is a 1855 oil painting by Francisco Laso, a Peruvian artist and politician. It is part of the Lima Art Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a person in a black poncho and hat holding a clay figurine, set against a muted brown background. The figure is shown in a simple, dignified pose, conveying a sense of warmth and intimacy.
Technique & Style
Rendered in earthy tones, the work aligns with the realism of its period. Laso's use of oil paint creates a sense of depth and subtlety in the depiction of the figure and its surroundings.
Context
This painting is part of Laso's broader exploration of Peruvian identity and contributes to the indigenismo movement, which emphasizes indigenous themes in art.
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Artist & collection
Artist
José Francisco Domingo Laso de la Vega y de los Ríos (8 May 1823, Tacna - 14 May 1869, San Mateo District) was a Peruvian painter and politician.
