Awkwardly Challenged … Determined to Paint!
$300.00
The Story
Ricardo openly invites us into his surreal new world in this powerful and passionate pencil drawing. He offers a raw glimpse into the awkwardly challenged physical and emotional struggle of training his left hand to paint from a static, sitting position after his life-altering paralysis.
Kept safely away from sunlight for more than 40 years, this vintage autobiographical pencil drawing remains perfectly preserved.
Description
Specifications & Framing
• Title: Awkwardly Challenged … Determined to Paint!
• Date of Creation: c. 1982 (Undated)
• Medium: Pencil drawing on paper
• Artwork Size: 8.5×11 inches
• Signature: Unsigned
• Frame: Simple and secure black wood frame (11×14 inches)
• Glazing: Polished, shatter-resistant plexiglass
• Matting: Un-matted (ready for custom personalization)
• Delivery: Complimentary insured shipping is included in the total price
Authenticity & Care
• Guaranteed Authentic: Accompanied by an official Ricardo Penalver Certificate of Authenticity, signed by Alexa Bryson.
• Collector’s Tip: Includes step-by-step Framing Instructions to assist you when you decide to personalize or reframe the artwork. We provide a dedicated envelope attached to the back of the frame to keep your certificate and historical documents safely with the piece.
• Archival Care: To protect this delicate graphite drawing for generations, avoid hanging it in direct sunlight [I1]. Prolonged light exposure will fade the soft pencil lines, yellow the vintage paper, and permanently harm the artwork.
Original Artwork: Condition and Framing Disclaimer
Thank you for considering an original work of art by Ricardo Penalver. Some pieces were created on the back of flyers and may have stains or small tears along the edges. Ricardo had a limited budget for art supplies. He painted and drew on many types of paper, using whatever materials were available to him. We preserve his artwork as he originally created it, including these imperfections. Please keep these condition details in mind when considering your purchase. We want you to know what to expect so you can purchase with confidence.
We will ship your artwork in a temporary frame without matting or UV-protective glass. Because of its design and materials, this frame is for temporary use, not long-term preservation. Your purchase includes Framing Instructions to help you plan how to display and care for your piece. We encourage you to follow these instructions and choose museum-quality framing. This will help preserve your artwork so you can enjoy it for years to come.
Please contact Ricardo’s Art 37 before purchasing if you have questions about a painting or drawing condition or framing. We welcome your questions and are happy to help you feel comfortable with your choice. We want you to feel informed and confident about the artwork you bring home.
