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Un padre de San Agustín, by Pancho Fierro, unspecified, 1853

Un padre de San Agustín

Pancho Fierro

1853

unspecified

From the collection of National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina

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Overview

Un padre de San Agustín is a 1853 unspecified by Pancho Fierro, held at National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.

Who painted this?
Pancho Fierro
When & what style?
1853
Where can I see it?
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina

About this work

The painting depicts a man sitting in a chair, wearing a sombrero and a long black coat. He is positioned at a table with a black tablecloth, which holds various objects such as a skull, a plate, and a statue of Jesus Christ on the cross. The background of the painting is a plain beige color. The man's attire and the objects on the table suggest a cultural or religious significance, but the exact meaning is unclear. The artist's use of a sombrero and a long black coat may indicate a specific time period or location. For more information on the artist's style and technique, explore the works of Pancho Fierro.

About the artist

Portrait of Pancho Fierro
Artist

Pancho Fierro

Francisco Fierro Palas, called "Pancho" Fierro (c. 1807/1809 – 28 July 1879), was a Peruvian painter, known primarily for his costumbrista watercolors, which depict his country's life and customs.

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