Puig traveled to Buenos Aires and other parts of South America to enhance his artistic education, a journey that deeply informed his style and themes.
[1][2] Puig's career gained traction in the early 20th century when his works began appearing in prominent exhibitions in Uruguay and Argentina.
Puig became associated with a generation of Uruguayan painters who were shaping a national artistic identity during a period of cultural and social transformation.
[3] Puig's art often explored themes of rural life, including depictions of gauchos, livestock, and Uruguayan landscapes.
Art historians and critics have praised Puig's ability to balance technical precision with emotional resonance.