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Ralph de Burgos Mixed-Media Abstract Collage

Creator: Ralph de Burgos
Offered by: Jarontiques

Description
Ralph de Burgos (b. Shanghai, China 1906 d. Washington DC, US 1979) mixed-media collage and oil abstract on paper, circa early 1960s. Burgos was known largely as a painter, with a leaning toward modernist landscape and still-life. This example is a departure from his standard style, incorporating collage (primarily newspaper clippings), oil paint, and marker.
Education: National Academy of Design, the Art Students League, the School of Industrial Arts, and the Arthur Schweider School of Modern Painting.
Titles / Honors: Faculty at the Washington Workshop President of the Society of Washington Artists and of the American Art League Founder of two schools (de Burgos School of Art in Georgetown and de Burgos School of Art in Falls Church)
Works featured in the Capitol, various U.S. embassies, as well as a mural in St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Washington. He restored and refinished the portraits of 32 presidents of Georgetown University.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	oil paint, newspaper, marker
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Abstract Expressionism
Incollect Reference #:	245654

Dimensions

W.	29.5 in;	H.	21.5 in;	D.	0.07 in;
W.	74.93 cm;	H.	54.61 cm;	D.	0.18 cm;

Message from Seller:

Founded at the Brooklyn Flea in 2008, Jarontiques has grown into a specialized source for Mid-Century Modern furniture and art that emphasizes quality, sustainability, and the timeless design ethos of Florence Knoll. Their collection is available for viewing by appointment at their East Williamsburg showroom, and inquiries can be directed to info@jarontiques.com or 347.463.9894.