We went to visit the museum and home of Ecuadorian artist Oswaldo Guayasamin in Quito. Guayasamin (1919-1999) was one of Ecuador's most famous and celebrated artists and sculptors. His unique style is unmistakable, and he was prolific. His home overlooks the city, and has a wonderful collection of other people's works of art. The museum is full of large Guayasamin pieces from all the decades of his long career. Oswaldo Guayasamin was born in Quito in 1919 of a dad who was an indigenous Quetchua taxi driver and mestizo mother. He began creating works of art at the age of seven. He soon became a well-known artist creating a Pan-American art of human and social inequality which achieved international recognition. While Guayasamin was still a student, his best friend was killed during a demonstration. The event would later inspire one of his famous paintings, "Los Ninos Muertos". He was greatly influenced by some historical world events such as the Mexican revolution, the Great Depression, and the Spanish Civil War. If you are ever in Quito, this place is a must see! |
| This image of mother and child is used by UNICEF |
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| Guayasamin self portraits |
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| Guayasamin's bust |
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| The house has a great view of the city |
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| Beautiful profiles |
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