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What is Emilio Sanchez known for?
Emilio Sanchez is known for his work as a painter who frequently portrayed the facades of buildings. Over the course of his career, he had over 60 solo exhibitions and was included in numerous group shows in museums and galleries in the United States, Latin America and Europe. His art is well represented in private and public collections, including over 30 museums like the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Metropolitan Museum in New York and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. He also received prestigious awards, such as first prize at the 1974 Biennial in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Some of his most famous works include Untitled, Bronx Storefront, "La Rumba Supermarket"; Capitolito, Untitled, Washington Monument with Lightning and Una Casita. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Emilio Sanchez art.
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Emilio Sanchez "Tropical Vacation" Woodcut Print
By Emilio Sanchez
Located in Astoria, NY
Emilio Sanchez (Cuban/American, 1921-1999), "Tropical Vacation", Woodcut Print in Colors, signed in pencil lower right right, titled to center and numbered edition "144/200" lower le...
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20th Century Post-War Figurative Prints

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Paper, Woodcut

La Casa Vivienda Color Lithograph, American Modern, Signed, 1991
By Emilio Sanchez
Located in New York, NY
“LA CASA VIVENDA” Emilio Sanchez (1921-1999) created this color lithograph entitled “La Casa Vivenda” circa 1991. Image size 18.38 x 25 inches and the paper size 21.75 x 29.38 inches. Printed in an edition of 100 this impression is inscribed “70/100” - the 70th impression of 100. This impression is pencil signed in the lower right and inscribed in the lower left. “Best known for his architectural paintings and lithographs, Emilio Sanchez (1921-1999) explored the effects of light and shadow to emphasize the abstract geometry of his subjects. His artwork encompasses his Cuban heritage...
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1990s American Modern Landscape Prints

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Lithograph

New York Sunset with Blue Gray Cloud, 1980s Mixed Media Painting
By Emilio Sanchez
Located in New York, NY
"New York Sunset with Blue Gray Cloud" is a mixed media painting on paper (oil and waterbased paint) by artist Emilio Sanchez. It is painted to the paper edge. Emilio Sanchez return...
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1980s Modern Paintings

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Watercolor, Oil

La Bandera Cubana Color Lithograph, Signed, Realist, Late 20th Century
By Emilio Sanchez
Located in New York, NY
Emilio Sanchez (1921-1999) created this color lithograph entitled “LA BANDERA DE CUBA” in 1980. This impression is signed, titled, and inscribed “Seis” [six] in pencil. The printed ...
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Late 20th Century Realist More Prints

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Lithograph

Green Grass, Signed Crayon on Paper Still Life by Emilio Sanchez
By Emilio Sanchez
Located in Long Island City, NY
Emilio Sanchez was born in Camagüey, Cuba in 1921. He began his artistic training at the Art Students League in 1944 when he moved to New York City where he lived until he died in 19...
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20th Century Realist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Crayon

Schooner St. Croix Watercolor on Paper, American Realist, Signed, 1952
By Emilio Sanchez
Located in New York, NY
Emilio Sanchez (1921-1999) created the watercolor entitled “Schooner St. Croix” in 1952. This piece is signed in pen at the lower right and titled on the verso. The paper size is 16.88 x 22.25 inches. Stamped on verso "Estate of Emilio Sanchez." Good to very good condition. “Best known for his architectural paintings and lithographs, Emilio Sanchez (1921-1999) explored the effects of light and shadow to emphasize the abstract geometry of his subjects. His artwork encompasses his Cuban heritage...
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1950s American Realist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

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Graphite, Watercolor

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