Luis Alberto Acuña at Casa MuseoLuis Alberto Acuña

This photograph shows renowned Colombian artist Luis Alberto Acuña standing in the courtyard of his home in Villa de Leyva, which he transformed into a museum. Taken around the 1970s, the image reflects Acuña’s later years, during which he dedicated himself to preserving Colombia’s cultural memory through murals, sculpture, and curation. His legacy bridges Muisca heritage, colonial history, and modern nationalism.