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Sat, Jun 1, 2024 02:00PM EDT - Wed, Jun 5, 2024 08:00PM EDT
Lot 176

Guillermo de Silva: La ley del mas fuerte

Estimate: $300 - $400

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Guillermo de Silva (Columbian, 1921-2007): La ley del mas fuerte (The Law of the Strongest), 1961. Intaglio print on cold pressed paper, signed, dated, and titled below, framed.

Guillermo Silva Santamaria was a Colombian painter, printmaker and Surrealist. He was a recognized master of intaglio and exhibited his works on 4 continents during his lengthy career. He trained many students in his techniques during his teaching career in Mexico before moving to India and settling in Europe

20 x 27.25 inches framed; 10.5 x 18 inches plate.

Property of a North Carolina, USA, collector

Condition

Good condition, the paper is heavily toned.

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