Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 9

Lucia Lopez Cubist Nude, 1960s Cuban, Died 2011

$4,683
£3,561.21
€4,107.69
CA$6,560.03
A$7,341.97
CHF 3,833.65
MX$89,572.41
NOK 48,663.18
SEK 46,178.36
DKK 30,674.28
Shipping
Retrieving quote...
The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation

About the Item

Lucia Lopez Cubist Nude, 1960s Cuban, Died 2011 Presenting "Lopez Abstract," a compelling oil painting on canvas by the Cuban American artist Lucia Lopez, reframed in a mid-century wood frame. Lucia's life and artistry spanned a period marked by personal and political turmoil. This piece, originating from the vibrant and revolutionary 1960s, embodies the tumultuous era it was born into, showcasing Lopez's unique abstract style. It is meticulously signed by the artist at the bottom right corner, a testament to its authenticity and her direct involvement in its creation. Lucia Lopez was an artist of profound depth and resilience. Born in Cuba, her journey was intertwined with the island's complex history. She served both as a caretaker and mistress to a Cuban art collector, a role that positioned her at the heart of the country's cultural upheaval during the revolution. Trusted deeply by the collector, she was tasked with an extraordinary responsibility: to paint and replace artworks looted from the estate amidst the chaos of the revolution. This singular role allowed her to develop and refine her artistic voice, creating pieces that not only filled the void left by lost treasures but also expressed her own interpretations and emotional responses to the turbulent world around her. Lopez's legacy is as captivating as her art. Passing away in 2011, her entire body of work, dating from 1960 to 1990, was meticulously preserved by the estate of the collector who had become her patron and protector. This collection represents a unique chapter in the history of Cuban American art, encapsulating three decades of creative evolution against a backdrop of significant historical events. The "Lopez Abstract" is more than just a painting; it is a piece of history, a slice of Lucia Lopez's soul immortalized on board. Through her abstract expressions, viewers are invited to ponder the complexities of her life and the broader narratives of exile, survival, and artistic creation amidst adversity. This artwork offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of the legacy of a woman who painted not just to adorn walls, but to preserve a story of resilience, culture, and the indomitable spirit of creativity.
  • Creator:
    Lucia Lopez (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.75 in (55.25 cm)Width: 25.75 in (65.41 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: The frame was replaced with a mid-century modern wood frame. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Ventura, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9674238698182

More From This Seller

View All
Mid Century Modern Cubist Figure on Canvas by John Ross (1921-2017)
By John Ross
Located in Ventura, CA
Mid Century Modern Cubist Figure on Canvas by John Ross (1921-2017) Purchased in Paris housed in a 19th Century gilt frame. John Ross, painter, printmaker, author, and educator, wa...
Category

20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Canvas

Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting by Rene Leidner, France (1921-2004)
By René Leidner
Located in Ventura, CA
Mid Century Abstract Painting by Rene Leidner, France (1921-2004) titled "Le Mannequin" 1991 René Leidner work has been offered at auction multiple times. Among his creations, the...
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Mid Century Modern Danish Multi Charcoal Abstract by Uffe Christoffersen (1970s)
By Uffe Christoffersen
Located in Ventura, CA
Mid-Century Danish Multi Charcoal Abstract by Uffe Christoffersen (1970s) A celebrated Danish painter and graphic artist, is a compelling piece that marries the minimalist allure o...
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting by John Walker "Salsipuedes Forms" 1991
By John Walker
Located in Ventura, CA
Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting by John Walker "Salsipuedes Forms" 1991 framed in a 19th Century Glit Frame. Signed lower right corner -- "Walker 91" John Walker, an artist fr...
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paper

Mid Century Modern Danish Abstract Signed Painting- 1975
Located in Ventura, CA
Mid Century Danish Abstract Signed Painting- 1975 This artwork, with its modest dimensions of 17 inches in height and 19 inches in width, showcases a mastery of abstract expression ...
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting by Holger Jacobsen - 1973
By Holger Jacobsen
Located in Ventura, CA
Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting by Holger Jacobsen - 1973 Holger Jacobsen is a Danish painter who was born in 1918. Holger Jacobsen's work has bee...
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

You May Also Like

European Midcentury Cubist Painting 'Nude' by Koroly Glonczy, Hungary, 1957
By Koroly Glonczy
Located in New York, NY
Cubist Painting by Hungarian Painter, Koroly Glonczy. Oil on cardboard. References: Modern and contemporary art. European 20th century, Mid-Century Modern.
Category

Vintage 1950s Hungarian Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Antique American Framed Original Vintage Abstract Nude Woman Signed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American exhibited cubist nude portrait oil painting. Oil and casein on board. Framed. Signed. Exhibition label verso.
Category

1950s Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American Modernist Cubist Nude Abstract Framed Signed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted mid century abstract cubist nude oil painting. Great color and composition. Framed. Signed
Category

1960s Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A Post-Cubist Figurative PAINTING by DICK ELFFERS, PICASSO Style, Holland, 1956
By (after) Pablo Picasso
Located in PARIS, FR
A large and powerful figurative painting representing a bull by Dick Effers (1910-1991), dated 1956, Netherlands. This gouache on mounted paper on canvas is a portrait of a bull remi...
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Antique Danish Modernist Abstract Signed & Framed Cubist Rare Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique Danish modernist abstract cubist oil painting by Eugène Sala (1899 - 1987). Oil on canvas. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 19 by 13 inches overall. In excellent original conditi...
Category

1940s Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Juan Quevedo original muliti media contemporary cubist painting c.2003
By Juan Quezada Junior
Located in Buffalo, NY
This unique and stunning artwork by Juan Quevedo is a masterpiece of contemporary art that embodies the essence of Cubism. The painting, titled "Adoracion...
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Glass, Paint, Paper