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Richard CroninDay at the Park - Surreal Figurativec. 1978
c. 1978
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Bold figurative work by Richard Cronin (American, b. 1952). Two figures are at the edge of the sea, one of which is seated and holding two beach balls. The figures and scene are rendered in blocky, bold shapes, with softly blended colors, typical of Cronin's style.
Unsigned, but was acquired with a collection of the artist's work.
Canvas size 48"H x 48"W
Richard Cronin (b. 1952) is a surrealist artist who lives and works in Southern California. He became a professional artist in the late 1970s, focusing on symbolic, surreal work, juxtaposing hard lines with soft, blended colors. He calls his style “narrative surrealism” as each piece tells a metaphorical story. Later in his career, Cronin also worked as a graphic designer, creating posters for The Palm Springs Rodeo and local bands.
Exhibitions:
1977 - “The Evolution of the Concept,” Gallery Plus, Los Angeles, CA
1985, 1986 - Jill Youngblood Gallery, Los Angeles, CA
1987 - International Student Center, UCLA, Los Angeles, CA
1993 - Valerie Miller Fine Art, Palm Desert, CA
1999 - Ventura County Art Fair, Ventura, CA
2001, 2002 - “Personal Metaphors,” Carnegie Art Museum, Oxnard, CA
- Creator:Richard Cronin (1952, American)
- Creation Year:c. 1978
- Dimensions:Height: 48 in (121.92 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Condition:Minor corner wear. Two small punctures were repaired by a previous owner. Surface scratch repaired. Professionally cleaned and treated with UV-resistant varnish. New hanging hardware included.
- Gallery Location:Soquel, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: 0173_DBH*1stDibs: LU54210124852
Richard Cronin (b. 1952) is a surrealist artist who lives and works in Southern California. He became a professional artist in the late 1970s, focusing on symbolic, surreal work, juxtaposing hard lines with soft, blended colors. He calls his style “narrative surrealism” as each piece tells a metaphorical story. Later in his career, Cronin also worked as a graphic designer, creating posters for The Palm Springs Rodeo and local bands. Exhibitions: 1977 - “The Evolution of the Concept,” Gallery Plus, Los Angeles, CA
1985, 1986 - Jill Youngblood Gallery, Los Angeles, CA
1987 - International Student Center, UCLA, Los Angeles, CA
1993 - Valerie Miller Fine Art, Palm Desert, CA
1999 - Ventura County Art Fair, Ventura, CA
2001, 2002 - “Personal Metaphors,” Carnegie Art Museum, Oxnard, CA
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