Jonas Rimša: A Lithuanian Soul Rooted in Bolivian Landscape Jonas Rimša (June 12, 1903 – March 13, 1978) stands as a singular figure within Lithuanian diaspora art—a testament to artistic resilience and cultural exchange. Born in Svetasiai, Lithuania, he embarked on an extraordinary journey that culminated in establishing himself as a celebrated painter in Bolivia, earning recognition as one of the nation’s most prominent artists and securing the prestigious Cóndor de los Andes Award. His life story intertwines with the broader narrative of Lithuanian emigration following World War I, shapin…