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Ricardo de Silva
David Bowie - New York - Urban Landscape in Acrylic on Textured Paper

1986

About the Item

David Bowie - New York - Urban Landscape in Acrylic on Textured Paper Abstracted cityscape by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). On the left side of the composition, skyscrapers rise above a city, into a darkening sky. On the right side a figure (David Bowie) reflects on the cityscape. Signed and dated in the bottom left corner: R. de Silva 86 Paper size: 12"H x 16"W Note: this paper is textured to have the look and feel of canvas. 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:
    1986
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)
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  • Condition:
    Small puncture holes from where the artist hung the piece. Otherwise, good condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DBH84941stDibs: LU54212074802
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