1861
oil
canvas
From the collection of Lima Art Museum
Reading Don Quixote is a 1861 oil by Ignacio Merino, a Realism work, held at Lima Art Museum.
This painting, "Reading Don Quixote", shows a group of men gathered around a table. One man stands, holding a book and reading aloud to the others. The men are dressed in 17th-century clothing, with some wearing elaborate hats and cloaks. The room is dimly lit, with a warm glow emanating from a window on the right side of the painting. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the scene. The contrast between light and dark draws the viewer's eye to the central figure, emphasizing the importance of the reading. The painting invites the viewer to step into the world of 17th-century Spain, where literature and art were highly valued. To explore more works like this, visit the Lima Art Museum.
Ignacio Merino Muñoz (30 January 1817 – 17 March 1876) was a Peruvian painter notable for historical and costumbrista works, and considered the founder of the Peruvian school of painting.
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