Simón Bolívar
1823
oil
From the collection of Lima Art Museum
1823
oil
From the collection of Lima Art Museum
This painting shows a man with dark, curly hair and a thick mustache. He wears a red military jacket with gold embroidery and epaulets, over a black shirt. The background is a solid green. The man's expression is serious, and he looks straight ahead. The painting is done in oil paint, and the artist has used rich colors to create a sense of depth and texture. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, you might want to look up José Gil de Castro.
