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Ricardo de Silva
Flecks of Gold - Abstract Composition in Acrylic on Paper

1986

$1,350
£1,034.61
€1,189.10
CA$1,896.14
A$2,122.13
CHF 1,110.86
MX$25,780.06
NOK 14,105.10
SEK 13,310.57
DKK 8,872.81

About the Item

Flecks of Gold - Abstract Composition in Acrylic on Paper A bold abstract painting by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Unsigned, but was acquired with a collection of the artist's work. Swirls of bold red and blue are punctuated by splashes of red and gold. The gold shimmers and changes color depending on the angle. Paper size: 17.25"H x 12.5"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:
    1986
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.25 in (43.82 cm)Width: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Depth: 0.03 in (0.77 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Artwork is in very good condition with slight tonal aging on edges of the paper.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DBH85911stDibs: LU54212312102

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