Julio Lavallen

'Woman Sleeping', Large Modernist Figural Oil, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Portland

1987

Signed lower center, 'Ebenstein' titled verso, 'Seduction' and painted circa 1966. Accompanied by 1966 exhibition label from Barzansky Galleries, New York. A substantial, Expression...

Initialed lower right, 'AEM'; for Anthony Eustace McNaught (American, born 1952) additionally signed verso, 'Anthony McNaught', titled 'Still Life with Blue Jug', and dated 2019. This Post-Impressionist and Expressionist artist studied at the Esalen Institute with Erin Gafill...

Signed lower center with artist monogram, 'B.S.' for Benjamin Silva (Brazilian, born 1927) and dated with roman numerals, 1968; additionally signed, verso, dated and titled. A dramatic and animated oil painting of a crowd scene showing the feared, mounted police of Mexico City in action against the students in the demonstrations of October 2nd that preceded the opening of the Mexican Olympic Games...

Signed lower right, 'Phillips' for Dick Phillips (American, 20th century) and painted circa 1965. Additionally signed, verso, on stretcher bar, 'Dick Ric...

Signed lower left, 'Ide' for Tom Ide (Canadian-American, 1919-1996) and dated 1965. Ide first studied at the Art Institute of Chicago (1951-1955) before movin...

Signed lower left "d'Anty" for Henry d'Anty (French, 1910-1998), titled verso "La Gondole" (The Gondola) and painted circa 1955. A vibrant view of the Grand Canal painted alla prima...

The central theme of "Black is Beautiful" revolves around the notion that true beauty transcends physical appearances and that baldness, especially in the context of African heritage...

"Seclusion" is a captivating artwork created by Kehinde Oyafajo that depicts a lady sitting on the floor with her hand resting on a stool. The lady is dressed in a sensual way and is...

Black Angel in a bustling city, where towering buildings cast shadows and exhaust fills the air, a hidden struggle unfolds. Olamide silently prayed for her...

The artwork titled "Tight Corner" features a man and woman looking at each other in a romantic way, with a smile on their faces. This piece of art is a beautiful representation of lo...

The title, "Lady in Red," sets the tone for the artwork, drawing attention to the woman's commanding presence. Red is a color often associated with passion, power, and sensuality, and in this context, it symbolizes the woman's self-assurance and poise. Her choice of attire reflects her unapologetic embrace of femininity and her willingness to stand out with grace and charm. The sophisticated hairstyle of the young woman is a captivating element of the artwork. It showcases the artist's attention to detail and skill in portraying intricate features. The hairstyle's complexity symbolizes the complexity of the woman herself – a multi-faceted individual with dreams, aspirations, and a unique personality that shines through her every glance. In "Lady in Red," Daniel Oguche...

"First Born" is a captivating artwork created by Kehinde Oyafajo that depicts a mother and her first child sitting sideways. The painting, which is a tribute to motherhood, captures the essence of the bond between a mother and her child. The colors used in the painting are bright and vivid, adding to the sense of warmth and love that emanates from the piece. The title of the artwork, "First Born," adds a layer of significance to the painting. It implies that the child in the painting is the mother's first child, which is a special and transformative experience for any mother. The mother's face seems to exude the joy and wonder of experiencing motherhood for the first time. Kehinde Oyafajo's artwork is a testament to the importance of motherhood in our society. It celebrates the unique bond between a mother and her child, which is both powerful and enduring. The painting is a reminder of the love and sacrifice...