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Tertulia at the inn before eating. The inn
Tertulia at the inn before eating. The inn is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Pedro Figari. It dates from 1919 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina. Tertulia at the inn before eating.
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Overview
Tertulia at the inn before eating. The inn is a 1919 oil painting by Pedro Figari, a Uruguayan artist who began painting later in life. The work is part of the National Museum of Fine Arts collection in Buenos Aires.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a group of people in old-fashioned clothing gathered in a warmly lit room, engaged in conversation or waiting. The scene is drawn from the artist's childhood memories, capturing a moment of everyday life.
Technique & Style
Figari's post-impressionist style is characterized by warm colors and soft brushstrokes, creating a cozy atmosphere. The painting's rendering from recollection rather than direct observation is evident in its gentle, evocative portrayal of a quiet moment.
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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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