Federico Castellon Paintings
American, 1914-1971
Federico Castellón (1914-1971) was a Spanish-American artist known for his distinctive style that blended surrealism and realism. Born on the island of Almeria, Spain, he moved to the United States with his family at the age of seven. His artistic talent was evident from a young age, and he received a scholarship to study at the New York School of Fine and Applied Art when he was just 15.
Castellón's work is characterized by a dreamlike quality, often incorporating elements of fantasy and a strong narrative sense. His early exposure to both Spanish and American cultures profoundly influenced his artistic vision, blending European surrealism with American realism to create a unique visual language.
He was particularly renowned for his lithographs, etchings, and illustrations. His illustrations for Edgar Allan Poe's "The Masque of the Red Death" and other literary works are highly regarded for their intricate detail and haunting imagery.
In addition to his printmaking and illustration work, Castellón was also a skilled painter and muralist. His paintings often featured surreal, dream-like scenes with a focus on human figures, and his murals are noted for their dynamic composition and rich symbolism.
Throughout his career, Castellón received numerous awards and honors, and his work was exhibited widely in the United States and Europe. His legacy continues to influence artists and is recognized in the art world for its unique blend of surrealism and realism, along with a profound narrative quality that speaks to the human condition.to
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Artist: Federico Castellon
Surrealist Boats, Federico Castellon - American Surrealism, Oil on paper, 1950
By Federico Castellon
Located in New York, NY
Federico Castellon
Boats in the harbor, ca. 1950
Oil on paper
25 1/5 × 17 3/10 in 64 × 44 cm (without frame)
Frame included
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1950s Surrealist Federico Castellon Paintings
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Portrait of the Genie
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Federico Castellón (1914-1971) was a Spanish-American painter, sculptor, printmaker and illustrator of children's books.
Portrait of a Genie, is an original pencil signed etching,...
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