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Ricardo de Silva
A Citizen of the World Expressionist Portrait of Ernst Kirchner German Modernist

1993

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A Citizen of the World Expressionist Portrait of Ernst Kirchner German Modernist A bright abstracted portrait and collage by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Against a bright red background, a man is holding a wine glass. His portrait is partially made up of international stamps and labels, including a label for Boudin bread. A homage to Ernst Ludwig Kirchner the German Modernist. Signed and dated at the bottom: R. de Silva - 93 Paper size: 19.5"H x 14"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:
    1993
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 0.03 in (0.77 mm)
  • Medium:
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  • Condition:
    Artwork is in Very good condition with slight tonal aging on edges of the paper.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DBH84881stDibs: LU54212049892
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