Lot #15: ELBA ALVAREZ (1944–2005) Large Signed Original Abstract Serigraph, Dated 1987

ELBA ALVAREZ (1944–2005) Large Signed Original Abstract Serigraph, Dated 1987 An exceptional, commanding 52" x 40" original abstract serigraph by celebrated Venezuelan-American modernist Elba Alvarez. Hand-signed and dated (1987) in graphite pencil on the lower margin, this striking mid-career masterpiece features Alvarez’s iconic fluid ribbon lines sweeping gracefully over a misty blue-gray gradient background. Housed in a premium custom frame where the abstract artwork uniquely extends past the window and onto the surrounding outer mat board, this magnificent piece is professionally sealed and ready for immediate exhibition. Item Details & Specifications • Artist: Elba Alvarez (Venezuelan-American, 1944–2005) • Year: 1987 • Medium: Original Hand-Embossed Serigraph / Silkscreen on Fine Art Rag Paper • Signature: Hand-signed and dated in pencil by the artist on the lower right margin: "Elba Alvarez '87" • Framed Dimensions: Large-scale 52" W x 40" H • Framing Style: Gallery-grade contemporary dark frame under glass. Features a high-end, custom-designed matting configuration where the fluid composition dynamically breaks boundaries and bleeds directly onto the outer mat face. • Reverse Side: Professionally sealed backing with an intact brown dust cover and heavy-duty, reinforced braided hanging wire mounted to secure D-rings. Structural framing is robust and engineered safely for the significant weight of this monumental piece. • Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Artwork colors remain remarkably crisp, vibrant, and unfaded. The reverse dust paper is fully intact with no water damage, tears, or punctures, ensuring the interior artwork has been perfectly preserved from dust and humidity over the decades. About the Artist (Elba Alvarez, 1944–2005) Born in Pedernales, Venezuela, Elba Alvarez studied classical fine arts in Paris at the age of 18 before permanently relocating to New York City in 1968. Her distinct abstract synthesis of bold geometric structures and fluid, weightless motion quickly earned her international critical acclaim. During her mid-career prime in the 1980s, Alvarez became an influential figure in the postmodern contemporary art movement. Her large-scale canvases and premium prints were aggressively collected by major corporate giants, including IBM, Xerox, and General Motors, and her artwork has been successfully exhibited across five continents. Her pieces are highly prized for their deep layer gradients, sophisticated spatial depth, and exceptional sense of movement Nearest intersection Yonge Street and Stelees Avenue Dimensions: 52" W x 40" H Pickup category timeslot {A}