Tomas Sanchez 'Autorretrato En Tarde Rosa' Print Available

Artist: Tomas Sanchez
Title: Autorretrato En Tarde Rosa
Medium: Giclee Print
Size: 70 x 52.8 cm
Edition: TIMED
Price: €605

 

*available until Noon EST on Thursday January 29th, 2026

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Tomás Sánchez Requeiro is a distinguished artist from Cuba who has gained international acclaim for his mastery of landscape painting. Born on May 22, 1948, in Aguada de Pasajeros, Cienfuegos, his artistic journey began in Havana where he studied at the National Academy of Fine Arts San Alejandro and the National Art School. His work is deeply rooted in his five-decade long practice of meditation and Kashmiri Shaivism, which serves as the primary inspiration for his detailed and ethereal depictions of nature. These paintings often feature lush tropical forests, serene waterfalls, and solitary figures that act as witnesses to the grandeur of the environment, inviting viewers into a state of spiritual reflection.

Beyond his idealized natural vistas, the work of this artist also explores the stark reality of human impact through intricate portrayals of massive garbage dumps. This duality in his oeuvre highlights a profound environmental consciousness, juxtaposing the pristine beauty of an untouched world with the consequences of industrial waste. His technical skill, often characterized by a meticulous attention to light and texture, has led critics to compare his style to Romantic painters like Caspar David Friedrich. Over his prolific career, he has received prestigious accolades such as the Joan Miró Drawing Prize and has lived in various locations including Mexico, Miami, and Costa Rica while remaining a pivotal figure in the history of his home country’s art.