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Lot 2261
Erró (born Gudmundur Gudmundsson) (Icelandic, b. 1932), Café Paulista
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Oil on canvas, 1963, signed and inscribed to the verso, framed.

Frame dimensions 40 x 26 1/2 in.

From the Collection of the late Pedro Millan, Sr., Caracas, Venezuela and Raleigh, North Carolina

Erró, born Guðmundur Guðmundsson in 1932 in Ólafsvík, Iceland, is a celebrated contemporary artist known for his vibrant and chaotic pop art collages. Combining elements from comic strips, advertisements, historical artworks, and political propaganda, Erró creates intricate, densely packed canvases that critique modern society and mass media. His unique style reflects a blend of surrealism and dadaism, often highlighting the absurdity and contradictions of contemporary culture. Over the decades, Erró has exhibited globally, garnering acclaim for his provocative and visually engaging works. His art challenges viewers to question the influence of media and politics on their perceptions and beliefs, cementing his place as a significant figure in the world of modern art.

Some surface grime and abrasions; rubbing to frame.