Artwork
A lady of second rank dancing
A lady of second rank dancing is an unspecified painting by Pancho Fierro. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
About this work
Overview
A lady of second rank dancing is a watercolor painting created by Pancho Fierro around 1850. It is a representative example of Fierro's costumbrista style, which documented everyday Peruvian life.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a middle-class woman dancing, observed by a man. The scene reflects the social customs and cultural practices of mid-19th-century Peru, highlighting the daily activities and social hierarchies of the time.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Fierro's skill in watercolor, capturing the details of the subjects' attire and the scene's atmosphere. The woman's yellow dress with a black stripe and the man's blue coat are rendered with attention to texture and color.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires, where it remains an example of Fierro's documentation of Peruvian life and customs.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco Fierro Palas, called "Pancho" Fierro (c. 1807/1809 – 28 July 1879), was a Peruvian painter, known primarily for his costumbrista watercolors, which depict his country's life and customs.
Museum
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
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