Museo Camilo Egas, Quito

Camilo Egas was a famous Ecuadorian artist and teacher. Having studied in Rome, Madrid and Paris, he was well known as far afield as Europe and North America. His works have been displayed in some of the world's most prestigious galleries. The Museum of Camilo Egas in Quito displays his art in a small, beautiful building from colonial times. His amazing must see works were influenced by all of the modern art schools, from expressionism to surrealism to cubism. The main theme running through his work centered on the Andean indigenous peoples of Ecuador and surrounding countries.

Hours: Tuesday to Friday: 9am–5pm, Sat–Sun and holidays: 10am–4pm.

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Sight Name: Museo Camilo Egas
Sight Location: Quito, Ecuador (See walking tours in Quito)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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