Ricardo Rivero Arenazas

Place: Callao

Born: 1889

Death: 1965

Biography:

Ricardo del Rivero Arenazas was born in 1889 in Callao, Peru and died in Lima in 1965. He is considered one of the greatest Peruvian painters of the early 20th century and one of the pioneers of Peruvian painting. Rivero studied alongside the Peruvian master Daniel Hernandez Morillo in the Escuela Nacional de Bellas Artes de Lima and specialized in landscapes, particularly his Lima surroundings, using color and feeling to create them.

Early Life and Education

Rivero was part of a generation of painters born between 1890 and 1935, distinguished for their great versatility in the aesthetic field. He was one of the first students of the Escuela Nacional de Bellas Artes de Lima, inaugurated on April 15, 1919, along with other notable artists such as Ricardo Flores, Jorge Vinatea Reynoso, and Alejandro Gonzales (Apurimak). Rivero's colleague Wenceslao Hinostroza once stated that "he [Rivero] painted for the painting" and knew how to keep his singular modesty even with the great success reached by his finished work.

Artistic Style and Career

Rivero traveled to many cities in Peru and throughout the American continents, specializing in landscapes, particularly his Lima surroundings. His use of color and feeling created unique and captivating depictions of his subjects. The Law and Political Science Faculty of the Universidad de San Martín de Porres includes Rivero as part of the great masters of the Peruvian painted art. For more information on Rivero's work, visit the Wikioo.org: Ricardo Rivero Arenazas page.

Notable Works and Legacy

Some of Rivero's notable works include his landscapes of Lima, which showcase his ability to capture the essence of his surroundings. His work is characterized by color and feeling, making him one of the most important Peruvian painters of the 20th century. For a more in-depth look at Rivero's life and work, visit his page on Wikipedia: Bernardo Rivero.

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Rivero's legacy as a pioneer of Peruvian painting continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike. His unique style and ability to capture the essence of his surroundings make him an important figure in the world of art. Visit Wikioo.org: Ricardo Rivero Arenazas to discover more about this remarkable artist and his work.