Gouache on paper portrait of a woman Brazil c1966 by Brazilian artist Artur Luiz Piza .The recent museum quality frame measures 21 3/4 by 26.5 inches, the image measures 13 and one half inches by 18 and one half inches. Excellent original condition.See New Brazilian Art by P M Bardi page 157, or Latin American and Caribbean Artists of the Modern Era page 377 to learn more about this artist.Born 1928. Signed center bottom and inscribed lower left to Niles Bond. Niles Bond was a major collector of Brazilian Art from this period and a patron of the artist. We believe this to be a portrait of his wife.Niles Bond worked for the State Department from 1939- 1969. He was officer in charge of Korean Affairs in 1949 and 1950. He was Consul General in Sao Paulo Brazil between 1964-1969. Here is a link to his biography. http://www.adst.org/OH%20TOCs/Bond,%20Niles%20W.toc.pdf Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6.35% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply.This piece is on display in our gallery at Clock TowerAntiques Center and can be seen in-person by visiting 824 E Main Street Branford,CT06405. For hours of operation visit: http://www.ClockTowerAntiquesCenter.com
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