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Ricardo de Silva
"Soweto" Figurative Abstract Expressionist in Acrylic on Paper

1986

$920
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£710.86
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€821.82
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CA$1,300.03
CA$1,625.0320% Off
A$1,458.07
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CHF 763.57
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NOK 9,696.02
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SEK 9,192.51
SEK 11,490.6420% Off
DKK 6,134.46
DKK 7,668.0820% Off

About the Item

Red, Black, and Brown Figurative Abstract Expressionist in Acrylic on Paper A bold abstract painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). The left side of this piece is painted brown and red, with highlights of gold. The central section is brown yellow, black, and red, with a variety of splatters. Although this piece is mostly abstract, there is a head at the top of the composition, creating a figure out of the abstract shapes. "Soweto" is a town in South Africa. Signed, dated, and titled at the bottom edge: R. de Silva 15-8-86 Soweto Paper size: 30"H x 22.25"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: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 22.25 in (56.52 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.51 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Artwork is in very good condition. Some mild rippling at the edges from the artist's use of water-based paint.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DBH88711stDibs: LU54213353222

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