San Salvador is a historic city with reins linking back to the Spanish conquest of this city of Pipil tribe. The rich history of San Salvador is still evident and can be felt when a person strolls down its streets and boulevards. The entire island boasts of interesting sights and natural treasures to suit the tastes of leisure as well as adventure lovers. This city is also an ideal place to go on a shopping spree and purchase gamut of things from clothing to handicraft.
People who are curious and passionate about art, San Salvador can be called as the cherry on the cake for their interest in art.The culture and art of San Salvador can be witnessed at the various art galleries in the city worth checking out. The galleries exhibit the old age pieces of art as well as the modern art forms.
Here is an overview of some of the famous art galleries in San Salvador–
El Arbol De Dios is a famous art gallery that was started by famous artist Fernando Llort and sells pieces of art made by him. In this gallery, one can find fascinating artwork collection of lithographs, canvases, ceramics and needle work made by Fernando Llort. The artwork available here are exclusive single pieces of quality art and design which makes the prices comparatively high.
Nahanche is a boutique that displays and sells the works of known local artists and craftsmen in San Salvador. The art forms face the danger of getting extinct, so to preserve the art their knowledge is passed down from one generation to another. San Salvador is famous for its miniature sculptures especially of local heroes, these sculptures of a wide variety and sizes can be found here.
La Pinacoteca is an art gallery located in the plush Zona Rosa in San Salvador. Many renowned artists of sculpture, painting, and photography like Cristina Fournier, Nicole Schwartz, Geoffrey Aviles and others display their original works here. These sculptures, framed arts and paintings can be bought by the people visiting this gallery.
Another famous art gallery that displays a range of paintings and sculptures is the Galleria 1-2-3. These are usually creations of the modern artists from various parts of Central America. These pieces can be used to add an element of elegance to a house or office.
Other famous galleries include Galeria Pandora, Saravia Gallery, Vilanova Fine Art, Galeria Arte Singlo 21 and many more.
Artwork from San Salvador is the best present one can give as a souvenir to their kith and kin or complement one’s own house/office with an artwork by famous artist. With the variety and options of beautiful and attractive art forms available in San Salvador is not going to be an easy decision.
