Nathan Oliveira

American painter and sculptor

Nathan Oliveira - American painter and sculptor
Born

December 19th, 1928
96 years ago

Died

2010
15 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A significant figure in American art, this individual contributed as both a painter and sculptor. Work in the Bay Area figurative movement distinguished his career. The style merged abstraction with representational forms, influencing contemporary art. Teaching roles at institutions like Stanford University helped shape future generations of artists. Exhibitions in major galleries showcased a body of work that celebrated human figures and emotion.

Merged abstract and figurative styles in painting

Exhibited work in major galleries across the U.S.

Served as a professor at Stanford University

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