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Dick Crispo Art

American, b. 1945

Dick Crispo, born in New York City on January 13, 1945, has resided on the Monterey Peninsula since 1955. An award-winning artist, Crispo has studied at the Carmel Art Institute under John Cunningham and Sam Colburn. He has also studied at the Monterey Peninsula College, Hartnell College in Salinas and the University of California, Santa Cruz. Known for his abstract-like figurative work and landscapes, Crispo has produced over 60 murals throughout the United States. His most important work may be the mile-long mural at the Soledad State Prison in Soledad, California. He paints both indoors and en plein air, yet he does not see himself as a plein air painter. In addition, he has been an instructor of art at the Carmel Adult School and many other venues in and around the Monterey area. Dick Crispo has been an artist member of the Carmel Art Association since 1969 and has served on its Board of Directors on a couple of occasions. He is also a member of the Artists Equity, Art Workers United, and the Monterey Peninsula Art Foundation. His works have been exhibited in a one-man show at the Monterey Peninsula Museum of Art (1997), Oakland Museum of Art, Harrison Memorial Library in Carmel, Library of Congress, Print Club of Philadelphia, Museum of Western Art, Tokyo and the Museum of Modern Art in Mexico City.

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Artist: Dick Crispo
"Elite Workers", Small-Scale Modern Figural Collage w Watercolor by Dick Crispo
"Elite Workers", Small-Scale Modern Figural Collage w Watercolor by Dick Crispo

"Elite Workers", Small-Scale Modern Figural Collage w Watercolor by Dick Crispo

By Dick Crispo

Located in Soquel, CA

Modern small-scale watercolor and collage, a mixed media composition featuring a modified photograph with colorful watercolor accents by Dick Crispo (American, b. 1945). Titled "Elite Workers" at the top. Signed and dated "D. Crispo 87" in the lower left corner. Presented in a cream mat with foamcore backing. No frame. Paper size: 10"H x 7"W Dick Crispo, born in New York City on January 13, 1945, has resided on the Monterey Peninsula since 1955. An award winning artist, Crispo has studied at the Carmel Art Institute under John Cunningham and Sam Colburn...

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1980s Contemporary Dick Crispo Art

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Paper, Watercolor, Magazine Paper, Photographic Paper, Pen

Modernist Abstract Bull
Modernist Abstract Bull

Modernist Abstract Bull

By Dick Crispo

Located in Soquel, CA

Unique modernist depiction of an abstracted bull by California artist Dick Crispo (American, b.1945), 1981. The earthtoned animal is outlined in bold strokes of black, and is rendered in an interesting fractured geometric style evocative of cubism's handling of perspective. Signed and dated lower left "D. Crispo '81", and on label on verso. Presented in a dark copper metal frame. Image size; 22.5"H x 28.75"L. An award winning artist, Crispo has studied at the Carmel Art Institute under John Cunningham and Sam Colburn...

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1980s American Modern Dick Crispo Art

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"The Return" Portrait of Ayatollah Khomeini 1979
"The Return" Portrait of Ayatollah Khomeini 1979

"The Return" Portrait of Ayatollah Khomeini 1979

By Dick Crispo

Located in Soquel, CA

Evocative pop art/fauvist treatment of the return of Ayatollah Khomeini to Iran by Monterey, California aritst Dick Crispo (American, b.1945). Presented in a mat. Signed and dated "D. Crispo 79" upper left corner. Image size, 29"H x 23"W. “I am an abstract journalist of the landscape and a choreographer of the dance of the mind, eye and hand. The plastic, the decorative, the horrible and the serene that pepper the visual landscape of the present time challenges the artists who address the age of information. I consider myself a global artist, not an American artist. This galactical view is the true basis of my work–Nature is my teacher–the Master. I’m the apprentice.” –Dick Crispo Dick Crispo, born in New York City on January 13, 1945, has resided on the Monterey Peninsula since 1955. An award winning artist, Crispo has studied at the Carmel Art Institute under John Cunningham and Sam Colburn...

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"ASTM Lightfastness Rating", Contemporary Miniature Mixed Media Composition
"ASTM Lightfastness Rating", Contemporary Miniature Mixed Media Composition

"ASTM Lightfastness Rating", Contemporary Miniature Mixed Media Composition

By Dick Crispo

Located in Soquel, CA

Gesso and paper mixed media composition by Dick Crispo (American, b. 1945). Titled "ASTM Lightfastness Rating" at the bottom. Signed and dated "D. Crispo 87" in the upper right corner. Presented in a cream mat with foamcore backing. No frame. Paper size: 7"H x 5"W Dick Crispo, born in New York City on January 13, 1945, has resided on the Monterey Peninsula since 1955. An award winning artist, Crispo has studied at the Carmel Art Institute under John Cunningham and Sam Colburn...

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1980s Contemporary Dick Crispo Art

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Paper, Magazine Paper, Gesso

"A Brief History of Smiling", Modern Figural Collage by Dick Crispo
"A Brief History of Smiling", Modern Figural Collage by Dick Crispo

"A Brief History of Smiling", Modern Figural Collage by Dick Crispo

By Dick Crispo

Located in Soquel, CA

Mixed media composition featuring various historical and modern figures with smiles on their faces by Dick Crispo (American, b. 1945). Titled "A Brief History of Smileing" (sic) along the bottom edge. Signed and dated "D. Crispo 87" in the lower right corner. Presented in a cream mat with foamcore backing. No frame. Paper size: 10"H x 13.5"W Dick Crispo, born in New York City on January 13, 1945, has resided on the Monterey Peninsula since 1955. An award winning artist, Crispo has studied at the Carmel Art Institute under John Cunningham and Sam Colburn...

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1980s Contemporary Dick Crispo Art

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Paper, Watercolor, Magazine Paper, Photographic Paper, Pen

The Three Philadelphians, Large-Scale Modern Figurative Cityscape
The Three Philadelphians, Large-Scale Modern Figurative Cityscape

The Three Philadelphians, Large-Scale Modern Figurative Cityscape

By Dick Crispo

Located in Soquel, CA

The Three Philadelphians, Large-Scale Modern Figurative Cityscape Bold color creates tension and arrests the eye of the viewer in Dick Crispo's "Porto Rican Trilogy." (Puerto Rican). Saturated colors are achieved through layering and painterly application. Among the three figures is Roberto Clemente...

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1980s Pop Art Dick Crispo Art

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Acrylic, Cardboard, India Ink

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Dick Crispo art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Dick Crispo art available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of art to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of orange, pink and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Dick Crispo in paint, paper, acrylic paint and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Dick Crispo art, so small editions measuring 16 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Mose Tolliver, Robert Carroll, and Susan Kinsella. Dick Crispo art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $460 and tops out at $2,800, while the average work can sell for $1,720.