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Joey Mánaplaz
Take Me! (Red Elite) - American realism retro cityscape still life oil painting

2025

$761.20
£550
€650.38
CA$1,041.91
A$1,167
CHF 607.23
MX$14,173.10
NOK 7,698.10
SEK 7,263.73
DKK 4,852.74
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This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online. "Take Me! (Red Elite)" beckons viewers into a world of timeless elegance and sunny escapades. Crafted with meticulous detail and a keen eye for realism, Joey Mánlapaz's original still life painting captures the essence of a leisurely day under the sun. At the forefront of the composition stands a retro-style red Vespa, its bold color commanding attention against the backdrop of a sunlit street. With its leather seat invitingly beckoning, the Vespa exudes an air of sophistication and adventure, evoking memories of carefree journeys through scenic landscapes. The interplay of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the scene, as sunlight filters through the foliage of nearby trees, casting dappled shadows across the canvas. Mánlapaz's expert use of color, with hues of red, blue, and green dominating the palette, further enhances the vibrant ambiance, infusing the artwork with a sense of energy and warmth. Signed by the artist, this captivating masterpiece is ready to be displayed, serving as a striking focal point in any space. Whether showcased in a gallery setting or adorning the walls of a private collection, "Take Me! (Red Elite)" is sure to captivate and inspire all who behold it. For those eager to add this exquisite artwork to their collection, it is available for purchase at Signet Contemporary Art, Chelsea, where it can be admired in person. Additionally, art enthusiasts from around the world can conveniently acquire this timeless piece online, ensuring that its beauty can be enjoyed by collectors near and far. Don't miss the opportunity to own a slice of vibrant realism with "Take Me! (Red Elite)" by Joey Mánlapaz. Artist biography: Joey P. Mánlapaz (MFA, George Washington University) is a contemporary realist painter, avid educator, compassionate art provider for the older community, noted curator and juror all rolled into one. She lives and works in Washington, DC, the main subject of her canvases, which are widely recognized and collected, most notably by the nation’s capital that owns 43 paintings and prints. The artist is recipient of commissions, grants, and fellowships in support of her work. The U.S. Library of Congress and First Lady Laura Bush commissioned the artist for the coveted 2003 National Book Festival. Her paintings have been shown at nationwide galleries and museums. Her papers, correspondence and sketchbooks are in the collection of the U.S. Library of Congress Asian American and Pacific Islander Division. A replica of her painting is installed permanently at the Bethesda Metro Tunnel in Maryland. Mánlapaz’s ongoing fascination for and concentration on the city of Washington as subject matter was influenced by the late painter Frank Wright, her mentor renowned for his depictions of 18th-19th century architecture of downtown DC. In her realist renditions, she examines the relationship between the factual photorealism of Richard Estes and the deep psychological sensibility of Edward Hopper, and attempts to bridge the two concepts to achieve a painterly style with a generous dose of Alfred Hitchcock’s suspenseful thrill. The artist is Associate Faculty at the Corcoran School of Art & Design at George Washington University and lecturer at The Art League (VA).
  • Creator:
    Joey Mánaplaz
  • Creation Year:
    2025
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.3 cm)Width: 10.01 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Gallery Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU468316595792

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