Family of General Don Felipe Codallos
Agustín Arrieta · 1838
Why it's great
A Mexican general, his wife and children pose together in their finest clothes in a formal portrait. Agustín Arrieta was a painter from Puebla, Mexico, who painted portraits and scenes of everyday life. The details of the clothes and furniture are careful. It's a glimpse of Mexican society in 1838.
Where to see it
📍 Museo SoumayaMexico City, Mexico
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About the artist
Agustín Arrieta1803–1874 · born in Chiautempan · died in Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza
Agustín Arrieta was born in Chiautempan and worked in Puebla, Mexico. He painted still lifes and kitchen scenes with great skill, as well as portraits. His paintings show details of everyday Mexican life. He died in 1874.
