Artwork
El Pericón
El Pericón is an unspecified painting by Pedro Figari. It dates from 1500 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
About this work
Overview
El Pericón is a painting by Pedro Figari, a Uruguayan artist who began painting later in life, having previously worked as a lawyer, writer, and politician.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a scene from everyday life or local customs, drawn from Figari's childhood memories. It conveys a personal perspective on the subject, focusing on its essence rather than detailed representation.
Technique & Style
Figari's style is characterized by an early modernist approach, eschewing illusionistic effects in favor of a more direct representation of the scene.
History & Provenance
The painting is dated to around 1500 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires.
Artist & collection
Artist
Pedro Figari (June 29, 1861 – July 24, 1938) was a Uruguayan painter, lawyer, writer, and politician.
Museum
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
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