San Pascual Bailón
Agustín Arrieta · 1852
Why it's great
A saint stands in a kitchen holding a pot, in a simple and colorful scene. San Pascual Bailón is the patron saint of cooks in Mexico, and he is shown among pots and kitchenware. Agustín Arrieta was famous for kitchens and still lifes. It's a charming picture of Mexican faith and food.
Where to see it
📍 Amparo MuseumHeroica Puebla de Zaragoza, 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.
