1865
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
Coronel Alvaro Barros is a 1865 oil by Prilidiano Pueyrredón, held at National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
This painting depicts a man dressed in a formal military uniform, adorned with gold epaulets and buttons. He holds a sword in his right hand and a red circular object in his left. The man's dark hair and beard are neatly trimmed. The background of the painting is a dark, muted color, which contrasts with the vibrant colors of the man's uniform. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of dignity and respect. The artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and dimension to the painting. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up Prilidiano Pueyrredón.
Prilidiano Pueyrredón (January 24, 1823 – November 3, 1870) was an Argentine painter, architect and engineer. One of the country's first prominent painters, he was known for his costumbrist sensibility and preference for everyday themes.
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