Ricardo de Silva Art

Abstract Expressionist Collage in Acrylic on Paper Bright, saturated abstract painting with collage by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Bold red,...

Lace Swirls - Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Paper A dynamic abstract painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). This piece i...

Red Tent Abstract Expressionist - Acrylic on Paper Abstract in bold colors on a stark black background, by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). A deep red tent-shape with an equally deep red firework streaming down from above, as the all seeing eye watches over the dark night. Signed and dated at the bottom right corner, "R. de Silva 86" Paper size: 18"H x 22"W From a collection of Ricardo de Silva's work and memorabilia. DeSilva was a gallery owner, first in Santa Barbara in the 1960's and 70's, then in San Jose in the 1980's. He was dedicated to promoting the work of talented upcoming artists, including Kogyo and Hasui Kiyochika, Robert Frame, Jim Stuckenberg...

Jute Nebula - 3D Abstract Expressionist Mixed Media on Cardboard Abstract in bold red, yellow and sky blue on a soft black background, by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (B...

Red and Black Abstract Expressionist - Tribute to Jose Guerrero in Acrylic Richly textured abstract painting by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). T...

"Chat Noir" - Black Cat Abstract Expressionism A vibrant abstract painting of a black cat with stark contrast of black accented in red and yellow, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva...

Red, Black, and Brown Figurative Abstract Expressionist in Acrylic on Paper A bold abstract painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). This pie...

Expressionist Portrait of Napoleon in Acrylic on Paper An energetic painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Unsigned, from a collection of his works. (Certified to be by the artist) Paper size: 22.5"H x 15"W From a collection of Ricardo de Silva's work and memorabilia. DeSilva was born in Brazil and grew up in Los Angeles. He was a gallery owner, first in Santa Barbara in the 1960's and 70's, then in San Jose in the 1980's. He was dedicated to promoting the work of talented upcoming artists, including Kogyo and Hasui Kiyochika, Robert Frame, Jim Stuckenberg, Alice Robertson Carr, Deborah Eve Alastra...

Abstract Color Field Composition in Watercolor on Paper Bold abstract composition by Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Two rectangles of color sit vertically, with gray-pu...

Figures at work or Play Abstraction Watercolor and Acrylic on Paper My favorite of the Collection. A bold figurative painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Two figures in abstract reds and blues stand playfully tossing objects in red, blue and beige, splashes of red erupt. Reminds me of a Birthday celebration. From a collection of Ricardo de Silva's work and memorabilia. DeSilva was born in Brazil and grew up in Los Angeles. He was a gallery owner, first in Santa Barbara in the 1960's and 70's, then in San Jose in the 1980's. He was dedicated to promoting the work of talented upcoming artists, including Kogyo and Hasui Kiyochika, Robert Frame, Jim Stuckenberg, Alice Robertson Carr, Deborah Eve Alastra...

Abstract Expressionist Yellow Red Umber Acrylic Painting on Paper Stylized symbolic imagery in Umber yellow and Red by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20...

The Lovers "The Eyes Have It" Figurative Abstract Watercolor and Pencil on Paper A whimsical figurative painting by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century...

Artist in Gouache on Interview Magazine Back Page 1989 Modernism Portrait of a man and commemorating The Fall of the Berlin Wall on Andy Worhol's Interview Magazine back page and pai...

Show Poster Monoprint (Works on Paper) - Vintage Latin American School Bold show poster by Latin American California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). This p...

Stone Faces - Abstract Portrait in Acrylic on Textured Paper Abstract portrait by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Two faces are merged, overlappi...

"Ricardo" - Abstract Expressionist Self Portrait in Acrylic on Paper Expressive self-portrait by Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). This piece is fluid and free, using dyna...

Red Bodice Nude Abstract A vibrant abstract painting in reds accented in canary yellow with gray background, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva...

Alan Partridge's Bleeding Heart - Abstract Expressionism Double-sided artwork: Backside abstract expressionism represents a dancer in a coral dress A subdued abstract painting in r...

Spaced Out Abstract Impressionism A vibrant abstract painting in reds accented in raven black, white latex paint, and shimmering metallic gold, by Californ...

Seeing Spots Abstract Impressionism A vibrant abstract painting in bold primary colors, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/...

Falling Feathers in Yellow and White Abstract Expressionist in Acrylic on Paper A bright abstract painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Shapes resembling feathers are created out of thick paint pressed into the paper. They are floating against a red and grey background. Signed and dated at the bottom edge: R. de Silva - 86 Paper size: 30"H x 22.25"W From a collection of Ricardo de Silva's work and memorabilia. DeSilva was born in Brazil and grew up in Los Angeles. He was a gallery owner, first in Santa Barbara in the 1960's and 70's, then in San Jose in the 1980's. He was dedicated to promoting the work of talented upcoming artists, including Kogyo and Hasui Kiyochika, Robert Frame, Jim Stuckenberg...

Folded Red and Gold Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Paper A bold abstract painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). This piec...

Miming - Abstract Expressionist Composition in Yellow, Red, and Black in Acrylic on Textured Paper A dynamic abstract painting in stark black, yellow, and red shows a brown-haired p...

Lace Swirls - Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Paper A dynamic abstract painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). A brownish-r...

Flecks of Gold - Abstract Composition in Acrylic on Paper A bold abstract painting by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Unsigned, but was acquire...

Primary Colors Abstract Expressionist - Mixed Media on Paper Abstract in bold primary colors on a stark black background with salt texturing technique executed along the bottom, by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). This artwork is on "Arches France...

Beach Surf Artist Wizard in Red, Abstract Acrylic Watercolor on Paper Beach art, surf session abstracted scene of the artist under an umbrella with Surfboard by Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Watercolor in blue and red at the beach under and umbrella after de Kooning...

Blocks of Color on a Red Field in Acrylic on Textured Paper Abstract color field composition by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). This piece is co...

"Samba Rio" Abstract Expressionist Figural A vibrant abstract painting in red, black, white, iridescent teal and shimmering metallic gold, by Cal...

Red Portal Abstract Impressionist Composition in Acrylic on Heavy Arches Cotton Rag Paper A bold abstract painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva...

Orange Portal - Vintage Latin American School Original Abstract Bright and bold abstract painting by Latin American California-based artist, Ric...

Vintage Latin American School Original Abstract Expressionist Painting of Minimalist Face — Acrylic on Paper Gorgeous example of 1980s vintage L...

Blue Striped Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Paper Bright, saturated abstract painting by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). This p...

Right Turn on the Railroad Track - Abstract Expressionist Mixed Media on Paper Abstract in bold blue and red on a soft black background , by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). Signed and dated at the bottom left corner, "R. de Silva 86." Image shown above is enhanced in Photoshop to make signature more visible. Paper size: 30"H x 22"W From a collection of Ricardo de Silva's work and memorabilia. DeSilva was a gallery owner, first in Santa Barbara in the 1960's and 70's, then in San Jose in the 1980's. He was dedicated to promoting the work of talented upcoming artists, including Kogyo and Hasui Kiyochika, Robert Frame, Jim Stuckenberg, Alice Robertson Carr, Deborah Eve...

"Samba Underground" Abstract Expressionist Acrylic on Paper A vibrant abstract painting in red, black, white, purple and shimmering metallic gold, by California-based artist, Ricard...

Red, White, and Purple - Abstract Figurative Composition in Acrylic on Paper A bold abstract painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). Recurri...

Abstracted Figurative and Stone in Acrylic on Textured Paper Abstracted cityscape by California-based artist Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century)...

"Locked Out" - A Face and a Figure in Acrylic on Paper A bold figurative painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (Brazilian, 20th Century). A face and a figure have been superimposed upon each other, with no clear indication as to which in in the foreground. They are composed of red, brown, and black, with a stippled texture at the bottom. From a collection of Ricardo de Silva's work and memorabilia. DeSilva was born in Brazil and grew up in Los Angeles. He was a gallery owner, first in Santa Barbara in the 1960's and 70's, then in San Jose in the 1980's. He was dedicated to promoting the work of talented upcoming artists, including Kogyo and Hasui Kiyochika, Robert Frame, Jim Stuckenberg, Alice Robertson Carr, Deborah Eve Alastra...

Black, Orange, and Blue Abstract Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Paper A colorful abstract painting by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). L...

Nun in the Shadows - Figurative Composition in Acrylic on Paper A dark abstracted portrait by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva (American/Brazil, 20th C). This piece is abst...

Lightbulb Moment Abstract - "Bright Idea" A vibrant abstract painting of a lightbulb in reds accented in yellow and white chalk, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva...

Man on Wire - Abstract Expressionism A vibrant abstract painting in intense poppy-red depicting a man dressed in black tie walking a tightrope with an umbrella, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva...

Sandpaper Island Abstract Color Field A vibrant abstract painting in turquoise blue with a cutout of sandpaper adhered to the paper and painted in bright yellow, orange, and red, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva...

Fevered Dreams Abstract Impressionism A vibrant abstract painting on a raven black background accented in bold red and yellow, rich purple, and a contrasting pastel blue, by California-based artist, Ricardo de Silva...