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Nelson De La Nuez Portrait Paintings

Cuban, American, b. 1959

Nelson De La Nuez is one of the most sought-after contemporary Pop artists practicing today. His striking, vivid mixed media artwork borrows motifs and messages from the language of wealth, power, fame, excess, taste, and access to cast a narrative about modern society.

Known to many as The King of Pop Art, De La Nuez is an innate iconoclast, elevating themes from commerce, pop culture, advertising, and branding to provide commentary on our culture – showing us that the entire world is for sale –in a manner that is both ironic and aspirational. Included in the Who’s Who List of the Most Collected Artists of Our Time, De La Nuez was born in Cuba and moved as a child to California, where he was initially introduced to many of the iconic images that he uses in his art to this day. His ability to experience these important cultural touchpoints at such a young age with a purely fresh perspective allows him a distinctive point of view – one that is both critical and embracing, sardonic and sentimental – that lends his work an air of accessibility and curiosity and has led to his significant popularity.

Demonstrating that art can be both humorous and intellectual, he first gained recognition in the 1980s for his unique Pop art style, using familiar imagery from popular board games, as well as newspaper articles, vintage advertisements, and other visual references that spoke about upward mobility to an emerging luxury audience.

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Artist: Nelson De La Nuez
Let's Fly Away (NY)
By Nelson De La Nuez
Located in New York, NY
Mixed Media. Pop Art. Humorous. On canvas. Man and and woman featured. New York theme. About the Artist: NELSON DE LA NUEZ is one of the most sought-after contemporary Pop...
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2010s Pop Art Nelson De La Nuez Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media

First Class Girl - Framed - SOLD - Commission Available
By Nelson De La Nuez
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Framed mixed media sketch. Pop Art. Humorous. Play off First Class on Plane. Girl featured. Vibrant colors. Also available as a commission on canvas...
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2010s Pop Art Nelson De La Nuez Portrait Paintings

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Mixed Media

First Class Girl
By Nelson De La Nuez
Located in New York, NY
Mixed Media. Pop Art. Humorous. On canvas. Play off First Class on Plane. Girl featured. Vibrant colors. About the Artist: NELSON DE LA NUEZ ...
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2010s Pop Art Nelson De La Nuez Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media

Rub a Dub Dub
By Nelson De La Nuez
Located in New York, NY
Pop Art. Conceptual. Fun mixed media sketch. Framed. Bubbles in a tub. Woman. About the Artist: NELSON DE LA NUEZ is one of the most sought-after contemporary Pop artists pr...
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2010s Pop Art Nelson De La Nuez Portrait Paintings

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Mixed Media

High Maintenance
By Nelson De La Nuez
Located in New York, NY
Mixed Media. Pop Art. Humorous. On canvas. About the Artist: NELSON DE LA NUEZ is one of the most sought-after contemporary Pop artists practicing today. His striking, vivi...
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2010s Pop Art Nelson De La Nuez Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media

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As one of the world’s most collected, significant pop artists today, Nelson De La Nuez is a born iconoclast. Using his unique juxtaposition of pop culture and surrealism, blended with America’s rich culture and history, De La Nuez has created works of art that are considered timeless. Listed on the “Who’s Who List of the Most Collected Artists of Our Time,” his works are original, bold and outspoken. The artist is known for his distinctive, trademarked style called “Art on the Edge,” which is creating art on all sides of the canvas and wood. The surface and sides of this 32 inch tall by 30 inch wide artwork are covered with a smooth layer of clear, glass-like resin, which enhances the colors and adds depth. It is signed on the back by the artist. The reflective sheen and polished look of the resin enhance the unique contrast to the distressed layers underneath, adding a fascinating window into the work. This painting does not require framing. It is wired and ready to hang. Free local Los Angeles area delivery. Affordable US and worldwide shipping. A certificate of authenticity and hanging hardware are included. De La Nuez’s artwork is hanging in some of the most prominent, private collections of movie stars, directors, producers, comedians, corporations and art connoisseurs, as well as purchased recently for future auctions by Sotheby’s. His art has been featured on countless television shows, including: VH1: Fabulous Life of: “The Latest in Billionaire Home Décor,” “Inside Edition,” MTV “Cribs,” HGTV “Designer’s Challenge,” E! “Celebrity Favorites,” “America’s Next Top Model”, HGTV’s “Extreme Homes,” countless Bravo TV shows and “TMZ: Michael Jackson’s Final Art Purchase.” His work have been in high demand at international art shows and galleries. His works are represented by Artspace Warehouse Los Angeles. Nelson De La Nuez was born in 1959 in Havana, Cuba and came to the US at age seven. He was raised in Glendale, CA. De La Nuez studied art history at Boston University. He sees life as a “backwards ride on a Ferris wheel while sitting in an enlightening philosophy course.” His images become performances – his characters the source of laughter and enjoyment. Nelson tries to create a new generation of art lovers...
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Resin, Mixed Media, Wood Panel

Nelson De La Nuez portrait paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Nelson De La Nuez portrait paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Nelson De La Nuez in mixed media, canvas, fabric and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the Pop Art style. Not every interior allows for large Nelson De La Nuez portrait paintings, so small editions measuring 40 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Seek One, Vlado Vesselinov, and Anja Van Herle. Nelson De La Nuez portrait paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $28,000 and tops out at $35,000, while the average work can sell for $31,500.

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