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Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Italian

Prolific throughout the 1960s and 1970s, artist Leo Guida was an influential Italian painter and printmaker. 

Beginning in 1969, Guida served as a teacher for nearly two decades at the Liceo Artistico in Latina. While he worked with watercolor paints to create much of his known art, he produced a wide range of graphic prints that is representative of his talents.

Guida worked with Chinese ink and was fluent in a variety of printmaking techniques, which included chalcography, engraving and aquatint. The latter is a technique named for its resemblance to watercolor or ink wash, while engraving is a method of making prints by incising lines into a metal plate with a sharp tool called a burin. Chalcography sees an artist engraving on copper or brass plates.

Guida made art in all kinds of styles over the course of his career. The bulk of his drawings and etchings are richly detailed and fantastical — they feature nudes, imagery from nature and depictions of mythological creatures. Guida’s works on paper show the influence of Spanish printmaker and painter Francisco Goya and are also inclusive of Surrealist flourishes and themes. 

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Artist: Leo Guida
Piccolo Archivio - l Artwork by Leo Guida - 1988
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Piccolo Archivio is an original Contemporary artwork realized in 1988 by the italian Contemporary artist Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Original drawing in beautiful colored tempera o...
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1980s Abstract Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Tempera, Cardboard

Uccelliera - Artwork by Leo Guida - 1988
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Uccelliera is an original Contemporary artwork realized in 1988 by the italian Contemporary artist Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Original drawing in beautiful colored tempera on ivor...
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1980s Abstract Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Tempera, Cardboard

Ghosts - Drawing by Leo Guida - 1980s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Ghosts is an original watercolor realized by Leo Guida in the 1980s. Good condition. Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Sensitive to current issues, artistic movements and historical techni...
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1980s Contemporary Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor

Portrait - Drawing by Leo Guida - 1970s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Portrait is an original drawing in charcoal and watercolor on paper realized by Leo Guida in the 1970s. Good condition. Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Sensitive to current issues, artis...
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1970s Contemporary Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor, Charcoal

Nudes - Ink Drawing and Watercolor - 1970s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Nudes is an original Contemporary Artwork realized in 1970s Original Drawing on cardboard. Colored inks and watercolor. Mint conditions.
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1970s Contemporary Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Watercolor

Paese in estate - Artwork by Leo Guida - 1988
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Paese in estate is an original Contemporary artwork realized in 1988 by the italian Contemporary artist Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Original drawing in beautiful colored tempera on...
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1980s Abstract Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Tempera, Cardboard

Sketch - Original Drawing by Leo Guida - 1963
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch is an original artwork realized in 1963 by the italian Contemporary artist Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Original china ink, watercolor and pencil drawing on ivory-colored paper,...
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1960s Contemporary Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Watercolor, Pencil

Abstract Composition - Watercolor - 1970s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Abstract Composition is an original Contemporary artwork realized in the 1970s in Italy. Watercolor on laid paper. Passepartout is included: dimensions 50 x 35 cm. Image Dimension...
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1970s Abstract Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor

Abstract Tree - Mixed Media on paper - 1970s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
"Abstract Tree" is an original Contemporary artwork realized in the 1970s by Leo Guida. Mixed Media. Watercolors, pastel, collage and pencil on paper. ...
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1970s Contemporary Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor, Pastel, Pencil

Abstract Color Shape - Watercolor - 1970s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Abstract Color Shape is an original Contemporary artwork realized in the 1970s in Italy. Original watercolor on paper. Passepartout is included. Total dimensions: 50 x 35 cm. Imag...
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1970s Abstract Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor

Accident - Acrylic on Canvas by Leo Guida - 1992
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Accident is an original Contemporary artwork realized in 1992 by the Italian artist Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Original Acrylic Painting on canvas. Frame is included. Total Dimensi...
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1990s Abstract Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Canvas, Acrylic

Theatre with Signals - Drawing by Leo Guida - 1986
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Theatre with Signals is an original Contemporary artwork realized in 1986 by the italian Contemporary artist Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Original drawing in beautiful colored tempe...
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1980s Contemporary Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Tempera

Mummified Man - Drawing by Leo Guida - 1970
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Mummified man is an original artwork realized in 1970 by the italian Contemporary artist Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Original china ink and watercolor drawing on ivory-colored paper...
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1970s Contemporary Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Watercolor

Nell'Ovale - Artwork by Leo Guida - 1988
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Nell'ovale is a Contemporary artwork realized in 1988 by the Italian Contemporary artist Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Original drawing in beautiful colored tempera and watercolor on...
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1980s Abstract Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Tempera, Watercolor

Composition - Pen and Watercolor Drawing by Leo Guida - 1970s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Composition is a beautiful blue pen and watercolor drawing on paper by the Italian artist Gino Guida. The state of preservation is very good, excep...
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1970s Contemporary Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Pen, Watercolor

Signal 12 - Drawing by Leo Guida - 1970s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Signal 12 is a contemporary artwork realized by Leo Guida in 1970s. Mixed colored ink and watercolor on paper. Hand signed, titled on the lower margin Includes frame: 63.5 x 49 cm...
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1970s Abstract Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor, Ink

Composition - Drawing by Leo Guida - 1972
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Composition is an original drawing in watercolor and ink realized by Leo Guida in 1972. Good condition. Hand-signed. The artwork is depicted through strong strokes in a well-balan...
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1970s Contemporary Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Watercolor

The Visit - Drawing by Leo Guida - 1970s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
The Visit is an original drawing in watercolor on paper realized by Leo Guida in the 1970s. Good condition. Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Sensitive to current i...
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1970s Contemporary Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor

Castello - Drawing by Leo Guida - 1988
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Castello is an original Contemporary artwork realized in 1988 by the italian Contemporary artist Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Original drawing in beautiful colored tempera on ivory-...
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1980s Abstract Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Tempera, Cardboard

Agony - Drawing by Leo Guida - 1977
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Agony is an original artwork realized in 1977 by the italian Contemporary artist Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Original drawing pencil on ivory-colored paper. Hand-signed and dated...
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1970s Contemporary Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Pencil

Sotto Tarsia - Color Pastel by Leo Guida - 1970s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Sotto Tarsia is an original Contemporary artwork realized by the italian artist Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Original Colored pastel. Hand-signed and titled in pencil on the lower righ...
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1970s Abstract Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Pastel

Untitled - Acrylic on Wood by Leo Guida - 1992
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Untitled is an original Contemporary artwork realized in 1992 by the italian artist Leo Guida (1992 - 2017). Original Acrylic Painting on wood. Dimensions: cm 66 x 50. Mint condit...
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1990s Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Wood, Acrylic

Abstract Composition - Watercolor and China Ink - 1970s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Abstract Composition is an original Contemporary Artwork realized in the Second half of the 20th Century. Mixed Media on paper. Watercolors and colored china ink. Mint conditio...
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1970s Contemporary Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Watercolor

Geometrical Wood - Watercolor on paper - 1970s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
"Geometrical Wood" is an original Contemporary artwork realized in the 1970s by Leo Guida. Watercolor on paper. Image Dimensions: 27 x 19 cm Passepartout is included: dimensions 50...
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1970s Abstract Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor

Standing Nude - Original Ink Drawing and Watercolor - 1970s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Standing Nude is an original Contemporary Artwork realized in the 1970s. Mixed Media on cardboard. Colored ink and watercolor. Good conditions: spots of foxing are present on the ...
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1970s Contemporary Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Watercolor

Abstract Game - Watercolor - 1970s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Abstract Game is an original Contemporary Artwork realized in the 1970s in Italy by the Artist Leo Guida. Original Watercolor on paper. Passepartout is included. Total dimensions:...
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1970s Contemporary Leo Guida Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor

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Located in Roma, IT
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Abstract Game - Watercolor - 1970s
By Leo Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Abstract Game is an original Contemporary artwork realized in the 1970s by the italian artist Leo Guida. Watercolor on laid paper. Passepartout is included: dimensions 50 x 35 cm....
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Leo Guida abstract drawings and watercolors for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Leo Guida abstract drawings and watercolors available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of abstract drawings and watercolors to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of yellow and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Leo Guida in paint, watercolor, ink 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 Leo Guida abstract drawings and watercolors, so small editions measuring 8 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Francisco Nicolás, Doïna Vieru, and Raluca Arnăutu. Leo Guida abstract drawings and watercolors prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $205 and tops out at $1,448, while the average work can sell for $535.

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