19th Century

luis garcia hevia

Born 1816 Died 1887 Works span 1837–1837

A Pioneer of Colombian Art: The Life and Legacy of Luis García Hevia Luis García Hevia, born in Bogotá, Colombia in 1816, stands as a pivotal figure in the nascent stages of Colombian art during the 19th century. More than simply a painter, he was an innovator—a photographer who embraced new technologies while simultaneously establishing foundational institutions for artistic education within his country. His life coincided with a per…

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1837

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luis garcia hevia

1816 – 1887

The Lifeline

Chapters — Career Periods

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Colour Band — Movement Drift

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