Description: RALPH COSTANTINO (1929-2001)- signed lower right. Admired and well listed artist. His style is commonly referred to as “abstract colorism” and “romantic expressionism”. See detailed and extensive biographical information below. MCM abstract flowers-an absolute perfect 10 painting-a true gem! Wonderful mid century modern composition. Strong and bold original acrylic painting on artist board. The painting is in excellent condition. The margins will cover nicely when matted and framed by the new proud owner. Ralph Costantino paintings do not come up for sale often—this is a real opportunity for admirers of his work. Board edge is 15.75x20.25 inches. Painting is 13.5x18.5 inches. Only sells and ships to the lower 48 United States of America. Please view our other listings. We have a nice collection of original fine art (modern, vintage and antique) listed at very reasonable prices. Artist Biography Ralph Costantino, 1929-2001, an internationally respected artist and son of well known metal sculptor, Salvatore (Sam) Costantino, graduated from the University of Houston with a BSA. His style has been referred to as “abstract colorism” and “romantic expressionism”. Ralph, drawing on his experience in sculpture with his father and studying painting under some great names such as Bernard Lemmo, rejected all such labeling insisting that he always paint exactly what and how he wanted. His credits include the Southwestern Art Centennial 1956 and 1958 First purchase, AIA Architects National First and Third purchase and Gulf Area Artist Third Annual First purchase. Ralph's one man shows include Jeans Gallery and Jones Gallery in La Jolla, CA., 2131 Galleries, River Oaks Gallery and Dryer Gallery in Houston, TX and the La Costa Country Club in La Costa, CA. He has shown his work extensively is Solona Beach, Incline Village, Tahoe City and Palm Springs,CA as well as Lahaina, HI. He participated in a promotional campaign with Charlie Hayes' Salon Ferrari. His artwork was featured on the covers of San Diego's Journal of Commerce and Industry Business Forum, San Diego North County Living Magazine and Sunset. Among his other artistic pursuits, Ralph was a consummate percussionist sitting in with such names as Cal Jader and Chet Baker, his love for music and painting led the entire scope of his life. Costantino and his wife Lucille married in 1958 and had four children.
Price: 699 USD
Location: Cocoa Beach, Florida
End Time: 2024-09-04T01:17:25.000Z
Shipping Cost: 40 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Material: Acrylic
Subject: Abstract
Style: Expressionism
Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
Painting Surface: board
Color: Multi-Color
Features: Signed
Width (Inches): 20.25
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Height (Inches): 15.5
Unit of Sale: Single-Piece Work
Artist: Ralph Costantino
Size: Medium (up to 36in.)
