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Andrés de Santa Maria
1860-12-16 – 1945-04-29
Life & Legacy
Andrés de Santa María (December 16, 1860 – April 29, 1945) was the most internationally known Colombian painter of his time and the pioneer of impressionism in Colombia. His work in solitary as a vanguardist painter frames the beginnings of modern art in Colombia. Santa Maria's search for new artistic expressions generated rejection and controversies around his work. He lived a great part of his life in Europe.
Occupation & Career
painter, university teacher, sculptor, plastic artist, artist
Education
National University of Colombia
Legacy Highlights
Education & Institutions
National University of Colombia
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q524942 — wikidata View source
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