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Gervasio Gallardo b.1934 Surreal Knight Painting

Sold for $1,400 at Hill Auction Gallery on Mar 5, 2025.

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Gervasio Gallardo (Spanish, born 1934), original surrealist oil painting on canvas depicting a knight in ornate armor with a watering can replacing the helmet, tenderly watering a vibrant pink rose. Set against a cracked, desolate landscape and a moody sky, the detailed textures of the knight’s armor and dewdrops on the rose create a balance between realism and surrealism. Signed in the lower right corner. Presented in a silver-toned frame with a beige linen liner. Provenance: Michel Roux (1940-2019), Absolut Vodka's visionary marketer. Work Size: 32 x 23 in. Dimensions: 37.5 X 27.5 X 1.5 in. Condition: Good overall condition with mild surface wear. The frame exhibits mild to moderate storage wear to the edges and corners, with separation along the left length of the frame. Note: This condition statement is provided as a courtesy and reflects an opinion, not a statement of fact. Bidders are encouraged to inspect items in person or through an agent to assess condition. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery does not provide in-house shipping for this item. Pickup is available by appointment only, free of charge. For third-party packing, shipping, or freight quotes, please contact Patrick at 1shippingcenter@gmail.com or 754-800-7674. A list of additional local third-party shippers is available upon request. Local Delivery: Florida door-to-door hand delivery service available for this lot; contact Toti@Zemaqua.com for an estimate.

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