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Ricardo de SilvaThree Spots of Gold - Abstract Composition in Acrylic on Handmade Paperc. 1986
c. 1986
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Three Spots of Gold - Abstract Composition in Acrylic on Handmade Paper
A bold abstract painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Three golden orbs surround a larger red spot, swirling in a cloud of black and blue. This piece was created by painting on a sheet of glass or stone and pressing the composition into the paper, resulting in a richly textured surface.
Unsigned, but was acquired with a collection of the artist's work.
Paper size: 25.5"H x 19"W
From a collection of Ricardo de Silva's work and memorabilia. DeSilva was born in Brazil and grew up in Los Angeles. He was a gallery owner, first in Santa Barbara in the 1960's and 70's, then in San Jose in the 1980's. He was dedicated to promoting the work of talented upcoming artists, including Kogyo and Hasui Kiyochika, Robert Frame, Jim Stuckenberg, Alice Robertson Carr, Deborah Eve Alastra, Russell Kelly, and Diana Mark.
- Creator:Ricardo de Silva (American)
- Creation Year:c. 1986
- Dimensions:Height: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 0.03 in (0.77 mm)
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- Condition:Artwork is in very good condition with slight tonal aging on edges of the paper. Please note that since the paper is handmade, the corners are not square.
- Gallery Location:Soquel, CA
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Ricardo DeSilva was born in Brazil and grew up in Los Angeles. He was a gallery owner, first in Santa Barbara in the 1960's and 70's, then in San Jose in the 1980's. He was dedicated to promoting the work of talented upcoming artists, including Kogyo and Hasui Kiyochika, Robert Frame, Jim Stuckenberg, Alice Robertson Carr, Deborah Eve Alastra, Russell Kelly, and Diana Mark.
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