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Striking mid-century Abstract Expressionist painting by Venezuelan artist Antonio Otazzo (1929–2020).” Executed in oil on plywood, the work captures Otazzo’s …
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Striking mid-century Abstract Expressionist painting by Venezuelan artist Antonio Otazzo (1929–2020).” Executed in oil on plywood, the work captures Otazzo’s masterful use of texture, earth tones, and gestural brushstrokes to evoke emotion and memory through abstraction. Subtle hints of landscape forms—perhaps a solitary palm against an atmospheric backdrop—emerge from layers of organic color blending, reflecting Otazzo’s deep connection to nature and spirituality. The painting’s raw and expressive energy is enhanced by its original gilt wood frame with linen liner, complementing the warmth and movement of the composition. A beautiful representation of Otazzo’s artistic philosophy, merging the subconscious with the natural world.
BIOGRAPHY:
Antonio Otazzo was a Venezuelan-Spanish Postwar & Contemporary artist, born in 1929 and died in 2020, known for his paintings that received local and international recognition starting in the 1970s. He resided in Venezuela from 1960 until his death and was known for a vibrant studio practice that lasted into his 90s.
1978 - Exposition in the Art Gallery Toulous-Lautrec. Maracaibo. Venezuela. 1979 - Exposition in the Museum of the 'Ex-Convento El Carmen'. Fine Arts Department. Jalisco. Mexico. 1979 - Exhibition in the Museum of Mexico City. Mexico 1979 - Exposition in the Hotel México. Mexico City. 1981/1983 - Studies on Mexican Muralism of Siqueiros, Orozco and Rivera. Mexico 1985 - Simultaneous exhibitions in the Mexican Presidential Palace and in the Culture House. Naucalpan, D.F. Mexico. 1987 - Exposition in the Fine Arts Institute and in the Autonomous University. Queretaro. Mexico. 1987 - Exposition in the Fine Arts Institute. Quebec. Canada. 1990 - Exposition in the 'Galerie am Weidendam'. Berlin. Germany. 1990 -Exposition in the 'Galeria d´arte Nel Mondo dei Fiori'. Lugano. Suisse. 1990 - Exposition « Venezuela au Caveau du Château d´Allaman ». Suisse. 1990 - Exposition in the Restaurant-Hôtel d´Orange. Coppet. Suisse. 1991 - Exposition in the Holiday Inn Hotel. California. USA 1991 - Exposition in the Huntington Park. California; and in the Capitol. Sacramento. USA 1992 - Exposition in the Salons Jakobshorn Et Strela . World Economic Forum. Annual Meeting. Davos. Suisse. 1997 - Exposition in the Honourable Congress of the Mexican Union. Mexico. 1997 - Exposition in the Gallery Mitla of the 'Ex-Convent of the Seven Princes'. México. 1999 - Tribute to Antonio Otazzo in the Meliá Hotel. Caracas. Venezuela. 1999 - Order 'Honour to the Merit', 1er Class. Cagua. Venezuela 1999-2002 - Outdoors Exhibitions in the Rotary Club Square. Maracay. Venezuela.
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Measures:
42.75“ w x 1.5“ d x 33.25“ h / Inches
In good Vintage condition with typical wear / marks consistent with age.
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- Dimensions
- 42.75ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 33.25ʺH
- Styles
- Abstract
- Art Subjects
- Abstract
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Oil Paint
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- In good Vintage condition with typical wear / marks consistent with age. Please see all photos for additional details. Thank … moreIn good Vintage condition with typical wear / marks consistent with age. Please see all photos for additional details. Thank You! Look at the pictures carefully, they are a part of the description. All my items are vintage and keep in mind vintage items are not New. Items had a life before! I am trying to show defects All photos are taken with a cell phone using natural light to best capture the true character of each piece. Please note that no filters or edits are applied—what you see is what was captured in the moment. However, natural light can sometimes create glare or reflections that may slightly alter the appearance of colors or finishes. We do our best to represent each item accurately. less
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