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Eduard Arranz-Bravo
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Born (1941-10-09)9 October 1941
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Died 20 October 2023(2023-10-20) (aged 82)
Vallvidrera, Catalonia, Spain
Nationality Spanish

Eduard Arranz-Bravo (October 8, 1941 – October 20, 2023) was a famous Spanish painter from Catalonia. He was known for his unique art style. His paintings often showed modern people and their feelings.

Life and Art Journey

Eduard Arranz-Bravo was born on October 8, 1941. His father was from the Basque Country, and his mother was from Argentina. He studied art at the San Jorge Fine Arts School in Barcelona from 1959 to 1962.

Early Exhibitions and Collaborations

In 1961, Eduard had his first art show by himself. It was called "15 paintings by Arranz." A show in 1962 at the Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona made him well-known.

From 1968 to 1970, he worked with other artists. These included Gerard Sala, Robert Llimós, and Rafael Bartolozzi Lozano. They often worked together until 1982. This teamwork influenced his early art. At first, his art was abstract. Later, it moved towards new ways of showing figures and Pop art.

Working with Rafael Bartolozzi

Eduard Arranz-Bravo and Rafael Bartolozzi often created large artworks together.

  • They painted huge pictures on the walls of the Tipel factory in Parets del Vallès in 1968.
  • They also painted murals at a hotel in Mallorca in 1973.
  • Another famous mural is on the outside of the Barcelona International Centre of Photography. You can still see it today in Barcelona's Raval District.
  • They also painted a mural at Camilo José Cela's home in Mallorca in 1979.

They also had many art shows together. These shows took place in cities like Stockholm, Barcelona, and Madrid. They also made sculptures and published books.

Solo Work and Major Shows

In 1981, Eduard had his first art show completely by himself. In 1982, he showed his "Abraçades" (meaning "Embraces") series. In 1983, a special show looked back at all his art.

From 1986 to 1988, he made a series of art prints called "La casa." He also painted a large artwork called "Pantocràtor." During this time, he worked on films too. He was the art director for Jaime Camino's movies "El balcón abierto" and "Luces y sombras."

Eduard Arranz-Bravo's art was shown in many important places.

  • He took part in the Eighth Salón de Mayo in Barcelona in 1964.
  • His art was in the "Picasso 90" show at the Louvre Museum in 1971.
  • He also showed his work in Amsterdam, Paris, and Rio de Janeiro.
  • In 1989, he had a big show at the Museum of Modern Art in São Paulo. Another show of his past work was at Palau Robert in Barcelona.

In 1992, he had a special show at the Imperial Palace of Rio de Janeiro. Only two other Spanish artists, Pablo Picasso and Joan Miró, had shown their art there before him. He also showed his art at the World Expo in Seville.

In 1998, he had his first show at the Franklin Bowles Galleries in New York. This gallery helped share his art around the world. He continued to have shows there every year.

Later Years and Legacy

In 2010, he had shows in San Francisco, New York, and Rome. His own foundation, the Arranz-Bravo Foundation, also organized special art shows.

In 2014, he had his first art show in China. He also had his first solo show in Moscow. Two years later, he showed his art again in Moscow and in the Franklin Bowles Galleries.

In 2019, he designed the art for the outside of a cruise ship. This ship was the Norwegian Encore for Norwegian Cruise Line. It was launched in Miami in November 2019.

In 2020, a big project was finished. This was the restoration of the painting at the Tipel Factory in Parets del Vallès.

Eduard Arranz-Bravo passed away on October 20, 2023, at his studio in Vallvidrera. He was 82 years old.

What His Art Means

In his early art, Eduard Arranz-Bravo tried to show modern people. He painted their problems, fears, and how they felt alone. He wanted to show their worries and hidden feelings.

He also took part in the 39th Venice Biennale in 1980. He won several awards for his art. He made sculptures from marble, bronze, and ceramic. One of his sculptures, L'acodillora (1985), stands in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat.

Some of the awards he received include:

  • The Second Bienal Internacional del Deporte award.
  • The Figure award in the Biennial Estrada Saladich.
  • The Inglada-Guillot award for Drawing.

Where to See His Art

Eduard Arranz-Bravo's artworks are in many art collections. You can see them in museums and public places around the world.

Main Collections

  • Arranz-Bravo Foundation: This museum in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat has 340 of his works. These include paintings, drawings, and sculptures.
  • Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA): Located in Barcelona, Spain.
  • Spain's National Reina Sofia Art Centre (MNCARS): A major modern art museum in Madrid.
  • Fine Arts Museum of Vitoria-Gasteiz: In the Basque Country, Spain.
  • São Paulo Museum of Modern Art: In Brazil.
  • Fine Arts Museum of Seville: In Andalusia, Spain.

Art in Public Places

The artist has many murals and sculptures that you can see outside.

  • Murals: Some are still visible in Barcelona's Raval district. Others are in Parets del Vallès and L'Hospitalet. These were often painted with Rafael Bartolozzi Lozano.
  • Sculptures in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat:
    • L'Acollidora (meaning "The Welcomer") on Rambla Just Oliveras.
    • El pont de la llibertat (meaning "Liberty Bridge") at a roundabout.

Other Places His Work Is Held

His art is also found in many other important places:

In Spain

In Europe

In North America

  • Regent Seven Seas Cruises, USA
  • Franklin Bowles Gallery, New York, NY
  • Buhl Collection, New York, NY
  • Toyo Bank, New York, NY
  • Skidmore Art Museum, Saratoga Springs, New York
  • Frank del Rio, Miami, Florida
  • ChemRisk, San Francisco, California
  • Weisscomm Partners, San Francisco, California

Rest of the World

See also

  • Arranz-Bravo Foundation
  • Rafael Bartolozzi Lozano
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