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Ricardo de Silva
Beach Surf Artist Wizard in red Abstract Figural Acrylic and Watercolor on Paper

1993

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Beach Artist Wizard in red Abstract Figural Acrylic on Paper Beach art Surf session abstracted scene of the artist under an umbrella with Surfboard by Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Watercolor in blue and red at the beach under and umbrella after de Kooning or Worhol. This piece is loose and fluid, yet shows the abstract expression of the artist. Signed, date, and titled along the bottom right edge: "R. de Silva '93" Paper size: 19.25"H x 14.25"W Mat 24.5"H x 18"W From a collection of Ricardo de Silva's work and memorabilia. 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.
  • Creator:
    Ricardo de Silva (American)
  • Creation Year:
    1993
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.75 in (45.09 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 0.03 in (0.77 mm)
  • Medium:
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  • Condition:
    Artwork is in very good condition. Some paper rippling due to the wet brush technique.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RJA85191stDibs: LU54212060092
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