The ransom of Atahualpa
1898
oil
canvas
From the collection of Lima Art Museum
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Artist
Carlos Baca-Flor
Carlos Baca-Flor (1869–1941) was an artist, born in Islay.
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oil
canvas
From the collection of Lima Art Museum
Dominant colour
The ransom of Atahualpa is a 1898 oil by Carlos Baca-Flor, held at Lima Art Museum.
The painting depicts a dramatic scene with a figure standing on a red platform, wearing a long white robe and holding a sword in their right hand. The figure's left arm is raised, and they appear to be addressing a crowd of people in the background. The atmosphere is tense, with the figure's posture conveying a sense of urgency or defiance. In the background, a group of people are gathered, some of whom appear to be soldiers or guards. The overall mood of the painting is one of drama and intensity, with the central figure commanding attention. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure. The artist's use of light and shadow adds to the overall sense of tension and drama in the scene. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up the use of chiaroscuro.
Carlos Baca-Flor (1869–1941) was an artist, born in Islay.
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