$920Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 22 in D 0.13 in
Portrait of the Artist Ricardo de Silva in Pastel
Located in Soquel, CA
Portrait of the Artist Ricardo de Silva in Pastel Beautifully rendered pastel portrait of a man
Paper, Pastel
$1,800
H 30 in W 22.25 in
"Ricardo" - Abstract Expressionist Self Portrait in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). This piece is fluid and free, using dynamic brushstrokes to
Paper, Acrylic
$1,350
H 22.25 in W 30 in D 0.02 in
Face After Picasso - Tropical Storm Two Sided Abstract Watercolor Acrylic Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Picasso with a storm of bold abstract colors on verso, by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
$520Sale Price|20% Off
H 16 in W 12 in D 0.02 in
Primary Colors in Acrylic on Textured Paper Abstract Expressionist San Francisco
Located in Soquel, CA
black background with accents of white, by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th
Paper, Acrylic
$636Sale Price|20% Off
H 17.75 in W 12 in
Argentinian Tango, Mixed Media Abstract Expressionist
Located in Soquel, CA
accented in vibrant yellow and pink and lined in ink, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva
Paper, Gouache, Ink, Watercolor
$760Sale Price|20% Off
H 22.75 in W 30.25 in D 0.02 in
Primary Colors Abstract Expressionist - Mixed Media on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). This artwork is on "Arches France" paper. Signed and
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
$1,480Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 22.25 in
Fevered Dreams Abstract Impressionism
Located in Soquel, CA
, Ricardo de Silva (American). Signature on the bottom reads, "R. de Silva 86." Paper size: 30"H x 22.25"W
Acrylic, Paper
Expressionist Portrait of Napoleon in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Unsigned, from a
Paper, Acrylic
$600Sale Price|20% Off
H 18 in W 22 in D 0.02 in
Red Tent Abstract Expressionist - Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
background, by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). A deep red tent-shape with
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
$920Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 22 in D 0.02 in
Right Turn on the Railroad Track - Abstract Expressionist Mixed Media on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
blue and red on a soft black background , by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor, Pencil
$1,800
H 30 in W 22.25 in
Tribute to Robert Motherwell - Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Drawing from Motherwell's
Paper, Acrylic
$1,480Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 22.5 in
Man on Wire - Abstract Expressionism "The Great Wallendas"
Located in Soquel, CA
size: 30"H x 22.5"W From a collection of Ricardo de Silva's work and memorabilia. DeSilva was born in
Paper, Charcoal, Acrylic, Gouache
Red Bodice Nude Abstract
Located in Soquel, CA
background, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Signature in the bottom
Paper, Acrylic, Charcoal, Watercolor
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 22.25 in D 0.03 in
Red Portal Abstract Impressionist Composition in Acrylic on Heavy Arches Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
abstract painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). A glowing red
Acrylic, Cotton, Rag Paper
$396Sale Price|20% Off
H 17.75 in W 12 in D 0.02 in
Subaquatic Canyon - Abstract Expressionist on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
created by salt in India ink and watercolor, by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor, India Ink
$920Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 22.25 in D 0.03 in
Figures at work or Play Abstraction Watercolor and Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
. A bold figurative painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
$920Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 22.25 in D 0.03 in
"Locked Out" - A Face and a Figure in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). A face and a figure have been superimposed
Cotton, Acrylic, Rag Paper
$920Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 22.25 in D 0.02 in
Falling Feathers in Yellow and White Abstract Expressionist in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Shapes resembling feathers
Paper, Acrylic
$920Sale Price|20% Off
H 20 in W 24 in D 0.04 in
"Samba Underground" Abstract Expressionist Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
, black, white, purple and shimmering metallic gold, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva
Paper, Acrylic
$600Sale Price|20% Off
H 19 in W 24 in
Sepia Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Signed, "R. de Silva," in the lower
Paper, Acrylic
$680Sale Price|20% Off
H 26 in W 19.5 in D 0.02 in
Magenta and Yellow Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
colors on heavy grey paper by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Several
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
$556Sale Price|20% Off
H 12.5 in W 19 in D 0.08 in
Sombrero in the Iron Mask - Geometric Abstract Expressionist in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Signed and dated in the lower left corner: R. de
Paper, Acrylic
A Case of the Blues - Abstract Expressionism
Located in Soquel, CA
complexity. Artwork by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Signature in the
Paper, Acrylic, Gouache, Latex
"Samba Copacabana" Abstract Expressionism
Located in Soquel, CA
black and white, and shimmering metallic gold, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American
Paper, Acrylic
$850
H 22.5 in W 15 in
Red with Black, White and Orange - Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). A mostly red composition
Paper, Acrylic
$680Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 22 in
Lightbulb Moment Abstract - "Bright Idea"
Located in Soquel, CA
accented in yellow and white chalk, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C
Paper, Charcoal, Watercolor, Gouache
Sandpaper Island Abstract Color Field
Located in Soquel, CA
artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazilian, 20th C). Signature in the bottom left corner reads, "R. de
Paper, Watercolor
$396Sale Price|20% Off
H 16 in W 12 in D 0.02 in
Stone Faces Buddha - Abstract Portrait in Acrylic on Textured Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Two faces are merged, overlapping such that they share
Paper, Acrylic
$1,080Sale Price|20% Off
H 17.25 in W 12.5 in D 0.03 in
Flecks of Gold - Abstract Composition in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
-based artist Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Unsigned, but was acquired with a collection
Paper, Acrylic
$1,350
H 17.5 in W 12 in D 0.13 in
Portrait of Magellan in Profile in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Magellan by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Looking to the left, in
Paper, Acrylic
Black Sun in the Red and White Sky - Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Black Sun in the Red and White Sky - Acrylic on Paper Bold abstract by Ricardo de Silva (American
Paper, Acrylic, Pastel
Seeing Spots Abstract Impressionism
Located in Soquel, CA
California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Ricardo was born in Brazil and raised in
Acrylic, Paper
$380Sale Price|20% Off
H 17.5 in W 14 in D 0.03 in
Portrait of Andy Warhol with Purple Hair in Pastel and Gouache on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Andy Warhol is looking directly at the viewer with wild purple
Paper, Pastel, Gouache, Permanent Marker
$460Sale Price|20% Off
H 16 in W 12 in D 0.02 in
Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic and Pastel on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). A bold black character takes center stage
Paper, Acrylic, Pastel
$780Sale Price|20% Off
H 22.25 in W 12 in D 0.03 in
The Lovers "The Eyes Have It" Figurative Abstract Watercolor and Pencil on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
figurative painting by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Several faces are
Acrylic, Paper, Pencil
$700Sale Price|20% Off
H 18 in W 12 in D 0.03 in
Portrait of a Woman with Rosy Cheeks after Picasso in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). In this stylized portrait, the subject is shown with
Acrylic, Paper
Mindbender - Abstract Expressionism
Located in Soquel, CA
composition. Artwork by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Signature in the
Paper, Acrylic, Gouache
$1,480Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 22 in
"Chat Noir" - Black Cat Abstract Expressionism
Located in Soquel, CA
stark contrast of black accented in red and yellow, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva
Paper, Acrylic
"Samba Rio" Abstract Expressionist Figural
Located in Soquel, CA
, iridescent teal and shimmering metallic gold, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American
Paper, Acrylic
$680Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 22.25 in
Abstract Portrait of a Woman in Gouache on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
black hair accented in bold red and yellow, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American
Gouache, Paper
$700Sale Price|20% Off
H 22.5 in W 22 in D 0.02 in
Abstract Expressionist Collage in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
collage by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Bold red, yellow, orange
Paper, Acrylic
$680Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 22.25 in D 0.02 in
Monument in Red, Black, and Blue - Abstract Expressionist in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). A black and red shape in
Paper, Acrylic
$340Sale Price|20% Off
H 17.75 in W 12 in D 0.02 in
Abstract Expressionist Composition in Yellow, Red, and Black in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). This piece is comprised of
Paper, Acrylic, Wax Crayon
Yellow Red Umber in Oil on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Bold lard strokes and sponge-work in oils
Paper, Oil
$1,650
H 25.5 in W 18 in D 0.25 in
Beach Surf Artist Wizard in Red, Abstract Acrylic Watercolor on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
abstracted scene of the artist under an umbrella with Surfboard by Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
$1,850
H 22.5 in W 14 in D 0.03 in
Portrait of a Man Drinking Beer in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Portrait of a Man Drinking Beer in Acrylic on Paper Whimsical portrait by Ricardo de Silva
Acrylic, Burlap, Paper
$1,150
H 22.25 in W 16.25 in D 0.5 in
Red and Yellow Galaxy Abstract on Wrapper of Interview Magazine Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
abstract composition by Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Splashes of red, yellow, white, and
Paper, Pastel, Acrylic
Spaced Out Abstract Impressionism
Located in Soquel, CA
, white latex paint, and shimmering metallic gold, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American
Acrylic, Mixed Media, Latex, Paper
$680Sale Price|20% Off
H 16.5 in W 15.75 in D 0.13 in
Jute Nebula - 3D Abstract Expressionist Mixed Media on Cardboard
Located in Soquel, CA
sky blue on a soft black background, by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th
Acrylic, Burlap, Jute, Cardboard
$920Sale Price|20% Off
H 19 in W 12.5 in D 0.02 in
Abstract Expressionist Self Portrait in in Acrylic and Pastel on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
portrait painting by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). A face with two
Paper, Acrylic, Pastel
$380Sale Price|20% Off
H 22 in W 15 in D 0.02 in
Abstract Expressionist Portrait in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Although this piece appears chaotic and
Paper, Acrylic
$1,150
H 12 in W 16 in D 0.03 in
Abstracted Figurative and Stone in Acrylic on Textured Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
-based artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). At fist glance, this piece appears to be an
Paper, Acrylic
"Bird on a Wire" The Crow - Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). The crow is shown with green and yellow tinted
Acrylic, Canvas
$1,250
H 12 in W 16 in
David Bowie - New York - Urban Landscape in Acrylic on Textured Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). On the left side of the composition
Paper, Acrylic
$1,350
H 30 in W 22.25 in
Figure Rising from a Yellow Field - Abstract Composition in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). A figure in large black
Paper, Acrylic
$1,650
H 30 in W 22.25 in
"A New Idea" in Blue - Figural Abstract Composition in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Large blue and red
Paper, Acrylic
$1,800
H 22.25 in W 30 in
Black, Orange, and Blue Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Large black swatches form
Paper, Acrylic
Sold
H 30 in W 22.25 in D 0.03 in
"Arch du Triumphe" Nude Figurative Composition in Acrylic on Heavy Arches Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Exaggerated and dynamic
Acrylic, Rag Paper, Cotton
Sold
H 9.25 in W 13.25 in D 0.02 in
"Reclining Woman" Abstract in Acrylic on Textured Mat Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Woman." Paper size: 9.25"H x 13.25"W. From a collection of Ricardo de Silva's work and memorabilia
Paper, Acrylic
Sold
H 30 in W 22.25 in D 0.03 in
Two Figures - Abstract Impressionist Composition in Acrylic Arches Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Two large shapes are
Acrylic, Rag Paper, Cotton
Figures in Red and Blue Waiting 1986
Located in Soquel, CA
-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Side by side figures in abstract reds and
Acrylic, Paper
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H 16 in W 12 in D 0.07 in
Abstract Expressionist in Red and Blue Blocks - Tribute to Mark Rothko Acrylic
Located in Soquel, CA
painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Drawing from Rothko's
Paper, Acrylic
Salvador Dali Raises His Hand
Located in Soquel, CA
artist, Ricardo de Silva (American). Signature on the bottom reads, "R. de Silva 87." Paper size: 30"H x
Gouache, Acrylic, Paper
Sold
H 30 in W 22.25 in D 0.03 in
Primary Monument - Abstract Impressionist Composition in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Several shapes are created
Cotton, Acrylic, Rag Paper
Sold
H 17.75 in W 12 in
California Sheephead - Abstract Expressionism Watercolor on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
work that is defined by depth and complexity. Artwork by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva
Paper, Gouache, Watercolor
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H 17.75 in W 12 in D 0.03 in
"Queen of Hearts" - Portrait of a Woman in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Ricardo de Silva's work and memorabilia. Ricardo DeSilva was born in Brazil and grew up in Los Angeles. He
Paper, Pastel, Acrylic
Blood Moon Eclipse Abstract Impressionism
Located in Soquel, CA
watercolor and acrylic paint, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil). Ricardo was
Acrylic, Watercolor, Paper
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H 30 in W 22.25 in D 0.03 in
Portrait with Pink and Red Blocks in Acrylic on Heavy Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
-2-86 Paper size: 30"H x 22.5"W From a collection of Ricardo de Silva's work and memorabilia
Cotton, Acrylic, Rag Paper
Sold
H 30.5 in W 22.5 in D 0.03 in
Green Over Orange Abstract Composition in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
-based artist Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Bright orange and green are used to create a
Paper, Acrylic
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H 18 in W 12 in D 0.03 in
Minimalist Pink Abstract Figural in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). On a field of pink, a simplified face is drawn with a
Paper, Acrylic
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H 29 in W 23 in
Go On and Kiss the Girl - Abstract Expressionism "Autumn Reflections"
Located in Soquel, CA
across from a woman dressed in white. Artwork by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American
Paper, Charcoal, Gouache, Acrylic
Sold
H 24.75 in W 19 in D 0.02 in
Red Thumbprint - Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). This piece is a monoprint
Paper, Acrylic
Sold
H 22 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Portrait of an Artist on Interview Magazine Back Page 1989 Modernism Watercolor
Located in Soquel, CA
Magazine back page and painted over in watercolor and acrylic by Ricardo (Richard) de Silva (De Silva
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
Beginning in the early 20th century, abstract art became a leading style of modernism. Rather than portray the world in a way that represented reality, as had been the dominating style of Western art in the previous centuries, abstract paintings, prints and sculptures are marked by a shift to geometric forms, gestural shapes and experimentation with color to express ideas, subject matter and scenes.
Although abstract art flourished in the early 1900s, propelled by movements like Fauvism and Cubism, it was rooted in the 19th century. In the 1840s, J.M.W. Turner emphasized light and motion for atmospheric paintings in which concrete details were blurred, and Paul Cézanne challenged traditional expectations of perspective in the 1890s.
Some of the earliest abstract artists — Wassily Kandinsky and Hilma af Klint — expanded on these breakthroughs while using vivid colors and forms to channel spiritual concepts. Painter Piet Mondrian, a Dutch pioneer of the art movement, explored geometric abstraction partly owing to his belief in Theosophy, which is grounded in a search for higher spiritual truths and embraces philosophers of the Renaissance period and medieval mystics. Black Square, a daringly simple 1913 work by Russian artist Kazimir Malevich, was a watershed statement on creating art that was free “from the dead weight of the real world,” as he later wrote.
Surrealism in the 1920s, led by artists such as Salvador Dalí, Meret Oppenheim and others, saw painters creating abstract pieces in order to connect to the subconscious. When Abstract Expressionism emerged in New York during the mid-20th century, it similarly centered on the process of creation, in which Helen Frankenthaler’s expressive “soak-stain” technique, Jackson Pollock’s drips of paint, and Mark Rothko’s planes of color were a radical new type of abstraction.
Conceptual art, Pop art, Hard-Edge painting and many other movements offered fresh approaches to abstraction that continued into the 21st century, with major contemporary artists now exploring it, including Anish Kapoor, Mark Bradford, El Anatsui and Julie Mehretu.
Find original abstract paintings, sculptures, prints and other art on 1stDibs.
Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.
When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.
Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.
Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.
No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.
Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?
On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive collection of paintings and other fine art for your home or office. Browse abstract paintings, portrait paintings, paintings by emerging artists and more today.
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