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Salvador De RegilSALVADOR DE REGIL 1951 Surrealist Landscape w Figures, Hidden Faces & Nude Woman1951
1951
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Oil on canvas board. Signed and dated lower left. Unframed.
Salvador de Regil’s 1951 surrealist oil painting transports viewers into a mesmerizing dreamscape where architecture and nature seamlessly intertwine. The composition, rich with evocative ruins, towering pillars, and enigmatic structures, unfolds beneath a moody, atmospheric sky, immersing the viewer in a world that feels both ancient and otherworldly.
De Regil’s masterful use of deep greens and earthy tones heightens the painting’s surreal essence, while distant mountains and drifting clouds add depth and mystery. The central ruins stand as powerful symbols of memory and time, bridging the past with an altered, almost mythical present. These elements create an unspoken narrative, inviting viewers to decipher their meaning.
Hidden within the textured landscape are subtle yet intriguing details—a sunken ship whose curved form eerily resembles a bird, ghostly faces emerging from the rock, and statues that seem to whisper forgotten stories. Among the ruins, delicate dancing figures appear as if suspended between reality and illusion, adding a sense of movement and ethereal beauty. These concealed forms blur the line between the seen and the unseen, evoking themes of identity, perception, and the subconscious mind.
Through his skillful technique and unique vision, de Regil crafts a world where reality bends and secrets wait to be uncovered. His ability to balance the fantastical with the familiar ensures this work remains an enthralling journey into the depths of imagination.
Born in Mexico, Salvador de Regil came to America in the 1930s. As his artistic expression developed, he became known for his surreal paintings.
In 1940 de Regil completed a gouache portrait of Bob Hope on the set of Ghostbreakers. The painting was based on the film plot and is presently part of the Bob Hope Archives (#187).
Salvador de Regil was represented by the famous Julien Levy Gallery in NYC and in 1941 had a solo exhibit. When Julien Levy died in 1981 the gallery archives were donated to the Art Institute of Chicago.
During WWII de Regil worked in Texas painting glass eyes for blinded soldiers. After the war he settled in the Bay Area where he painted and taught. De Regil designed the popular restaurant and watering hole Tiburon Tommies which was a favorite of all the artists of the area.
De Regil was also associated with The Art League of California (no longer in existence), and at least one catalog has his photo. He participated in their professional continuing education series. There are also records of de Regil in the Museum of Modern Art Department of Painting and Sculpture.
Salvador de Regil moved to Laguna Beach in the early 1960s. In 1968 he died and was buried in Lake Forest, California. He was married twice and has one daughter.
Information provided by Wendy Weigman.
- Creator:Salvador De Regil (1914 - 1968, Mexican)
- Creation Year:1951
- Dimensions:Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)
- Medium:
- Movement & Style:
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- Condition:In very fine, age appropriate condition.
- Gallery Location:Rancho Santa Fe, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU516312569892
Salvador De Regil
Salvador de Regil was represented by the famous Julien Levy Gallery in NYC and 1941 had a solo exhibit. When Julien Levy died in 1981 the gallery archives were donated to the Art Institute of Chicago. During World War II, de Regil worked in Texas painting glass eyes for blinded soldiers. After the war, he settled in the Bay Area, where he painted and taught. De Regil designed the popular restaurant and watering hole Tiburon Tommies, which was a favorite of all the artists of the area. He was also associated with The Art League of California (no longer in existence) and at least one catalog has his photo. He participated in their professional continuing education series. There are also records of him in the Museum of Modern Art Department of Painting and Sculpture. He moved to Laguna Beach in the early 1960s. In 1968, he died and was buried in Lake Forest, California. He was married twice and has one daughter. Information provided by Wendy Weigman.
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