Francisco Narváez (1905 - 1982)
1905-10-04Porlamar, Venezuela1982-07-13Caracas, VenezuelaVenezuela
Francisco Narváez
Francisco José Narváez was a Venezuelan sculptor and painter who is perhaps best known for "Las Toninas", a sculptural group that decorates the fountain of the Plaza O'Leary in Caracas. His work is characterized by a strong ethnic component and he made extensive use of local materials.
Date and place of birt: | 4 october 1905, Porlamar, Venezuela |
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Date and place of death: | 13 july 1982, Caracas, Venezuela |
Nationality: | Venezuela |
Period of activity: | XX century |
Specialization: | Artist, Graphic artist, Painter, Sculptor |
Genre: | Figurative art, Flower still life, Landscape painting, Portrait |
Art style: | Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Modern art |