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Archangel Eliel with Harquebus, by Cusco school, oil, 1705

Archangel Eliel with Harquebus

Cusco school

1705

oil

canvas

From the collection of Lima Art Museum

Cusco School Movement 18th Century

Dominant colour

Overview

Archangel Eliel with Harquebus is a 1705 oil by Cusco school, a Cusco School Movement work, held at Lima Art Museum.

Who painted this?
Cusco school
When & what style?
1705 · Cusco School Movement
Where can I see it?
Lima Art Museum

About this work

This painting shows a man in an ornate outfit, holding a harquebus and a sword. He wears a large hat with feathers and a white shirt with puffy sleeves. His outfit is mostly gold and brown, with red accents. The man's face is serious, and he looks down slightly. The background is dark, which makes his outfit stand out. The painting is detailed, with intricate patterns on the man's clothes. The Cusco school is known for its unique style, which blends traditional Andean art with European influences.

About the artist

Artist

Cusco school

Religious paintings from the Cusco school fill this set, made by anonymous artists in Peru between 1700 and 1750.

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