Ignacio Merino | |
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![]() Merino photographed c. 1860 | |
Known for | Founding the Peruvian school of art |
Style | History painting, costumbrista, academic art |
Ignacio Merino Muñoz (30 January 1817–17 March 1876) was a Peruvian painter notable for historical and costumbrista works, and considered the founder of the Peruvian school of painting.[1][2] Beginning at age 6, he spent much of his life in Paris.[3]
His artworks inspired French writer Jules Verne's 1852 short story "Martin Paz," which was set in Lima, Peru and begins with a summarization of Merino's life and art.[1][3]