About Amelia Abascal
Lived 1920 – 1987 (aged 67). Amelia Abascal was a Spanish and Mexican plastic artist, sculptor, painter and ceramicist.
Amelia Abascal Gómez (born 1920) was a Spanish-born Mexican painter, sculptor, and ceramist.
Life and career Abascal was born in Madrid, Spain in 1920. She was primarily a self-taught artist.
Works Abascal's acid-treated copper plates were shown at the 1967 Galería de Arte Mexicano which was held in Mexico City, Mexico during the months of January and February. The plates were described by a critic as "abstracted vigor on to copper plates."
At the 1967 Galería de Arte Mexicano alongside Abascal's acid-treated copper plates were pieces from Carlos Merida who is credited as being one of the first Latin artists to combine European and Latin styles in painting.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Amelia Abascal?
Spanish-Mexican sculptor (born 1920)
When was Amelia Abascal born?
Amelia Abascal was born on 7 January 1920 in Madrid.
When did Amelia Abascal die?
Amelia Abascal died on 9 September 1987 in Mexico City.
What was Amelia Abascal's occupation?
Amelia Abascal was a plastic artist, sculptor, painter and ceramicist.
What nationality was Amelia Abascal?
Amelia Abascal was Spanish and Mexican.
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