Ricardo Opisso Sala Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Ricardo Opisso Sala Art Value Price Guide

Oct. 14, 2026
OPISSO, RICARD
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(1880-1960). "I quin escandol". Drawing waterand gouache, Titled and signed. Measurements: 33 x 23 cm.
Bonanova Subastas
Sep. 09, 2026
RICARD OPISSO - Watercolor on Paper - FCB "Aquest or in a Convent"
Est: €3,500 - €6,500
Watercolor on paper, signed, unique copy, paper dimensions 32 x 25 cm. Provenance: important private collection.
Templum Fine Art Auctions
Sep. 09, 2026
Ricard Opisso (1880-Barcelona, May 21, 1966)
Est: €500 - €600
Charcoal on paper. 20 x 16 cm
Templum Fine Art Auctions
Sep. 09, 2026
Ricard Opisso, signed. Ink on paper
Est: €350 - €650
Ink on paper. Measures 31 x 22 cm and 54 x 44 cm. Humorous scene with three figures, one of them pointing to a drawing of a character with a gas mask, while another holds several objects in a conversational attitude, with loose and expressive strokes on a neutral background.
Templum Fine Art Auctions
Sep. 02, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Entrance to the church". Illustration for the book "Rondallas populares". Ink drawing on paper. Signed in the lower right corner. It...
Est: €250 - €300
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Entrance to the church". Illustration for the book "Rondallas populares". Ink drawing on paper. Signed in the lower right corner. Presents some humidity stains. Measurements: 27 x 18 cm; 36 x 27 cm (frame). Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramón Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. Most of his work is kept in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out.
Setdart Auction House
Sep. 02, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "On the beach", 1902. Pencil on paper. Signed and dated in the lower right corner.
Est: €1,000 - €1,200
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "On the beach", 1902. Pencil on paper. Signed and dated in the lower right corner. Measurements: 28 x 35 cm; 38 x 45 cm (frame). Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramón Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. During his early years, apart from his surname, Opisso also used to sign his work with an "O" for Opisso, which contains the "R" of his name. Most of his work is preserved in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan Painting, from Naturalism to Noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out. Likewise, the Saló del Tinell (1979), the Palau de la Virreina (1980), the Salón Náutico Internacional de Barcelona (1973), the Fundació La Caixa (1988, 2004, 2008) and the Caixa Tarragona (2003) have dedicated anthological exhibitions to him.
Setdart Auction House
Sep. 02, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Young man with dog". Mixed media on paper. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €1,000 - €1,200
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Young man with dog". Mixed media on paper. Signed in the lower right corner. Measurements: 31 x 22 cm; 53 x 46 cm (frame). Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramon Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. During his early years, apart from his surname, Opisso also used to sign his work with an "O" for Opisso, which contains the "R" of his name. Most of his work is preserved in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out. Likewise, the Saló del Tinell (1979), the Palau de la Virreina (1980), the Salón Náutico Internacional de Barcelona (1973), the Fundació La Caixa (1988, 2004, 2008) and the Caixa Tarragona (2003) have dedicated anthological exhibitions to him.
Setdart Auction House
Sep. 02, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Day at the beach". Pencil on paper. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €1,500 - €1,800
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Day at the beach". Pencil on paper. Signed in the lower right corner. Measurements: 28 x 35 cm; 46 x 53 cm (frame). Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramón Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. During his early years, apart from his surname, Opisso also used to sign his work with an "O" for Opisso, which contains the "R" of his name. Most of his work is preserved in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out. Likewise, the Saló del Tinell (1979), the Palau de la Virreina (1980), the Salón Náutico Internacional de Barcelona (1973), the Fundació La Caixa (1988, 2004, 2008) and the Caixa Tarragona (2003) have dedicated anthological exhibitions to him.
Setdart Auction House
Jul. 23, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "At the races". Mixed media on paper. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €700 - €900
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "At the races". Mixed media on paper. Signed in the lower right corner. Measurements: 20 x 28 cm; 36 x 45 cm (frame). Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramón Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. During his early years, apart from his surname, Opisso also used to sign his work with an "O" for Opisso, which contains the "R" of his name. Most of his work is preserved in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out. Likewise, the Saló del Tinell (1979), the Palau de la Virreina (1980), the Salón Náutico Internacional de Barcelona (1973), the Fundació La Caixa (1988, 2004, 2008) and the Caixa Tarragona (2003) have dedicated anthological exhibitions to him.
Setdart Auction House
Jul. 15, 2026
OPISSO, RICARD
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(Tarragona 1880-Barcelona 1966). "Maja and Bullfighter". Colour drawing, signed. Measurements: 23 x 32 cm.
Bonanova Subastas
Jul. 15, 2026
OPISSO, RICARD
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(1880-1966). Three drawings. Measurements: 30 x 23 cm, 27 x 21 cm and 24 x 17.5 cm, respectively.
Bonanova Subastas
Jun. 30, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO - Portraits
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RICARDO OPISSO Tarragona 1880-Barcelona 1966 Portraits. 1905 Two pencil drawings Signed and dated Dimensions 155 x 92 mm; 92 x 71 mm
Subastas Segre
Jun. 30, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO Y SALA (Tarragona, 1880-Barcelona, 1966)
Est: €1,000 - €2,000
RICARDO OPISSO Y SALA (Tarragona, 1880-Barcelona, 1966) In the Sun Colored pencils on paper. Dimensions: 380 x 510 mm. Signed: "Opisso".
Fernando Duran
Jun. 29, 2026
RICARD OPISSO - Watercolor on Paper - FCB "Aquest or in a Convent"
Est: €3,500 - €6,500
Watercolor on paper, signed, unique copy, paper dimensions 32 x 25 cm. Provenance: important private collection.
Templum Fine Art Auctions
Jun. 29, 2026
Ricard Opisso (1880-Barcelona, May 21, 1966)
Est: €500 - €600
Charcoal on paper. 20 x 16 cm
Templum Fine Art Auctions
Jun. 17, 2026
Ricard Opisso, signed. Ink on paper
Est: €350 - €650
Ink on paper. Measures 31 x 22 cm and 54 x 44 cm. Humorous scene with three figures, one of them pointing to a drawing of a character with a gas mask, while another holds several objects in a conversational attitude, with loose and expressive strokes on a neutral background.
Templum Fine Art Auctions
Jun. 16, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Portrait of Antoni Gaudí. Mixed media on paper. Signed and titled in the lower right corner.
Est: €1,500 - €1,600
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Portrait of Antoni Gaudí. Mixed media on paper. Signed and titled in the lower right corner. Measurements: 20,5 x 15 cm; 41 x 35,5 cm (frame). The collaboration of a young Ricard Opisso with the already renowned Gaudí began at a very early age, when the artist was only 12 years old. His functions in the Sagrada Familia were varied, serving as assistant, draughtsman, photographer and even as a model for the sculptures. In the bidding work Opisso immortalizes the architect with his characteristic bushy beard and gray hair, dressed in an elegant black suit, possibly drawing the plans of what would become the Sagrada Familia, his great creation. Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramon Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. Most of his work is kept in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out.
Setdart Auction House
May. 20, 2026
Ricard Opisso (1880-Barcelona, May 21, 1966)
Est: €500 - €600
Charcoal on paper. 20 x 16 cm
Templum Fine Art Auctions
May. 20, 2026
RICARD OPISSO - Watercolor on Paper - FCB "Aquest or in a Convent"
Est: €3,500 - €6,500
Watercolor on paper, signed, unique copy, paper dimensions 32 x 25 cm. Provenance: important private collection.
Templum Fine Art Auctions
May. 19, 2026
RICARD OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Gaudí". Watercolor on paper. Signed and titled in the lower right corner. With label of the Librería Antiquària Farré on the back.
Est: €800 - €900
RICARD OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Gaudí". Watercolor on paper. Signed and titled in the lower right corner. With label of the Librería Antiquària Farré on the back. Measurements: 19 x 10 cm; 39,5 x 28 cm (frame). The collaboration of a young Ricard Opisso with the already renowned Gaudí began at a very early age, when the artist was only 12 years old. His functions in the Sagrada Familia were varied, serving as assistant, draughtsman, photographer and even as a model for the sculptures. In the bidding work, the figure of the architect is clearly distinguishable, with his bushy beard and gray hair, dressed in an elegant black suit, looking straight ahead, as if contemplating his next creation. Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramón Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. Most of his work is kept in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out.
Setdart Auction House
Apr. 29, 2026
Ricard Opisso, signed. Ink on paper
Est: €350 - €650
Ink on paper. Measures 31 x 22 cm and 54 x 44 cm. Humorous scene with three figures, one of them pointing to a drawing of a character with a gas mask, while another holds several objects in a conversational attitude, with loose and expressive strokes on a neutral background.
Templum Fine Art Auctions
Apr. 21, 2026
RICARD OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "El descanso". Pencil and colored pencils on paper. Signed in the lower right margin.
Est: €400 - €450
RICARD OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "El descanso". Pencil and colored pencils on paper. Signed in the lower right margin. Measurements: 23,5 x 32 cm; 40,5 x 48,5 cm (frame). Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramón Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. During his early years, apart from his surname, Opisso also used to sign his work with an "O" for Opisso, which contains the "R" of his name. Most of his work is preserved in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out. Likewise, the Saló del Tinell (1979), the Palau de la Virreina (1980), the Salón Náutico Internacional de Barcelona (1973), the Fundació La Caixa (1988, 2004, 2008) and the Caixa Tarragona (2003) have dedicated anthological exhibitions to him.
Setdart Auction House
Apr. 21, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Palm Sunday". Watercolor on paper. Signed in the lower right corner. It has slight damage to the paper.
Est: €700 - €750
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Palm Sunday". Watercolor on paper. Signed in the lower right corner. It has slight damage to the paper. Measurements: 18 x 23 cm; 40 x 45 cm (frame). Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramón Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. During his early years, apart from his surname, Opisso also used to sign his work with an "O" for Opisso, which contains the "R" of his name. Most of his work is preserved in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out. Likewise, the Saló del Tinell (1979), the Palau de la Virreina (1980), the Salón Náutico Internacional de Barcelona (1973), the Fundació La Caixa (1988, 2004, 2008) and the Caixa Tarragona (2003) have dedicated anthological exhibitions to him.
Setdart Auction House
Apr. 21, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "In the cafe" and "In the pharmacy". Pair of drawings. Pencil and charcoal on paper. Signed.
Est: €800 - €1,000
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "In the cafe" and "In the pharmacy". Pair of drawings. Pencil and charcoal on paper. Signed. Measurements: 12 x 7 cm (each); 26 x 30 cm (frame). Ricardo Opisso was an acute observer of the daily life and urban types of his time. In this pair of small drawings the artist captures, with his characteristic agile and expressive stroke, scenes of an intimate character starring a bourgeois couple. Linked to the modernist environment of Barcelona, Opisso worked as an apprentice of Antoni Gaudí in the Sagrada Familia and soon after joined the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, exhibiting in the Sala Parés. He frequented the environment of Els Quatre Gats, along with artists such as Ramon Casas, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, and in 1901 he traveled to Paris. He collaborated as an illustrator in magazines such as Cu-cut! and L'Esquella de la Torratxa. After the dictatorship of Primo de Rivera he abandoned political satire and turned to genre scenes, especially crowds in popular environments in Barcelona. He exhibited regularly since the thirties and achieved notable success in the post-war period. His work is mainly preserved in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona and also in the MNAC, among other institutions.
Setdart Auction House
Apr. 15, 2026
Ricard Opisso (1880-Barcelona, May 21, 1966)
Est: €500 - €600
Charcoal on paper. 20 x 16 cm
Templum Fine Art Auctions
Mar. 25, 2026
RICARD OPISSO - Watercolor on Paper - FCB "Aquest or in a Convent"
Est: €3,500 - €6,500
Watercolor on paper, signed, unique copy, paper dimensions 32 x 25 cm. Provenance: important private collection.
Templum Fine Art Auctions
Mar. 19, 2026
OPISSO I SALA, RICARD
Est: -
(Tarragona 1880-Barcelona 1966). "Joven con árabe". Dibujo a lapiz, firmado. Medidas : 18 x 22 cm.
Bonanova Subastas
Feb. 19, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Mother and children". Charcoal on paper. Signed and dedicated in the lower corner.
Est: €700 - €800
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Mother and children". Charcoal on paper. Signed and dedicated in the lower corner. Measurements: 24 x 29 cm.; 36 x 40 cm.(frame). In this drawing, Ricardo Opisso approaches a deeply human scene, resolved with a loose and expressive stroke that privileges emotion over detail. Opisso focuses on the expression of gestures and the relationship between the figures, rather than on the detailed description of the environment, achieving an atmosphere of domestic intimacy and silent tenderness. Most of his work is preserved in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out. Likewise, the Saló del Tinell (1979), the Palau de la Virreina (1980), the Salón Náutico Internacional de Barcelona (1973), the Fundació La Caixa (1988, 2004, 2008) and the Caixa Tarragona (2003) have dedicated anthological exhibitions to him.
Setdart Auction House
Feb. 19, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Day at the beach". Pencil on paper. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €1,600 - €1,800
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Day at the beach". Pencil on paper. Signed in the lower right corner. Measurements: 28 x 35 cm; 46 x 53 cm (frame). Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramón Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. During his early years, apart from his surname, Opisso also used to sign his work with an "O" for Opisso, which contains the "R" of his name. Most of his work is preserved in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out. Likewise, the Saló del Tinell (1979), the Palau de la Virreina (1980), the Salón Náutico Internacional de Barcelona (1973), the Fundació La Caixa (1988, 2004, 2008) and the Caixa Tarragona (2003) have dedicated anthological exhibitions to him.
Setdart Auction House
Feb. 19, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Interior of Els quatre gats", 1899. Pencil on paper. Signed and dated.
Est: €2,200 - €2,500
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Interior of Els quatre gats", 1899. Pencil on paper. Signed and dated. Measurements: 25 x 31 cm; 42 x 50 cm (frame). This work is an exceptional historical and artistic document. A drawing by Ricardo Opisso dated 1899 and located inside Els Quatre Gats is not only a work of art, it is a first-hand testimony of the golden age of Catalan modernism. "Els Quatre Gats" (opened in 1897) was at its peak as the epicenter of Barcelona's cultural avant-garde. In that year, a young Pablo Picasso was exhibiting there, and figures such as Ramón Casas and Santiago Rusiñol were regulars. Opisso, who was only 19 years old at the time, was the youngest of the group and acted as visual chronicler of those gatherings. Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramón Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. During his early years, apart from his surname, Opisso also used to sign his work with an "O" for Opisso, which contains the "R" of his name. Most of his work is preserved in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out. Likewise, the Saló del Tinell (1979), the Palau de la Virreina (1980), the Salón Náutico Internacional de Barcelona (1973), the Fundació La Caixa (1988, 2004, 2008) and the Caixa Tarragona (2003) have dedicated anthological exhibitions to him.
Setdart Auction House
Feb. 12, 2026
Ricard Opisso, (Tarragona 1880-Barcelona, 1966)
Est: €800 - €1,000
Watercolor and ink on paper. Dimensions: 32 x 25 cm. Dimensions with frame: 38 x 30 cm. With important Art Deco carved period frame.
Templum Fine Art Auctions
Feb. 10, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO - Beach Day
Est: -
RICARDO OPISSO Tarragona 1880-Barcelona 1966 Beach Day Gouache on paper Back another drawing "Sailboats" Dimensions 28.5 x 33 cm
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Feb. 10, 2026
RICARDO OPISSO - Beach Day
Est: -
RICARDO OPISSO Tarragona 1880-Barcelona 1966 Beach Day Gouache on paper Signed Dimensions 28.5 x 33 cm
Subastas Segre
Jan. 28, 2026
Ricard Opisso (1880-Barcelona, May 21, 1966)
Est: €500 - €600
Charcoal on paper. 20 x 16 cm
Templum Fine Art Auctions
Jan. 28, 2026
Ricard Opisso, (Tarragona 1880-Barcelona, 1966)
Est: €800 - €1,000
Watercolor and ink on paper. Dimensions: 32 x 25 cm. Dimensions with frame: 38 x 30 cm
Templum Fine Art Auctions
Jan. 14, 2026
RICARD OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Behind the scenes". Mixed media on paper. Signed in the lower left corner.
Est: €1,000 - €1,100
RICARD OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Behind the scenes". Mixed media on paper. Signed in the lower left corner. Measurements: 16 x 16 cm; 45 x 45 cm (frame). Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramón Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. Most of his work is kept in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out. Likewise, the Saló del Tinell (1979), the Palau de la Virreina (1980), the Salón Náutico Internacional de Barcelona (1973), the Fundació La Caixa (1988, 2004, 2008) and the Caixa Tarragona (2003) have dedicated anthological exhibitions to him.
Setdart Auction House
Dec. 17, 2025
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Toulouse-Lautrec". Mixed media (watercolor and charcoal) on paper. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €600 - €700
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Toulouse-Lautrec". Mixed media (watercolor and charcoal) on paper. Signed in the lower right corner. Measurements: 29,5 x 28,5 cm; 40,5 x 32 cm (frame). Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he exhibited in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, along with Ramon Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. At the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. Throughout his career Opisso worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to Art Nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. Most of his work is kept in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out.
Setdart Auction House
Dec. 17, 2025
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "On the beach", 1902. Pencil on paper. Signed and dated in the lower right corner.
Est: €1,200 - €1,500
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "On the beach", 1902. Pencil on paper. Signed and dated in the lower right corner. Measurements: 28 x 35 cm; 38 x 45 cm (frame). Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramón Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. During his early years, apart from his surname, Opisso also used to sign his work with an "O" for Opisso, which contains the "R" of his name. Most of his work is preserved in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan Painting, from Naturalism to Noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out. Likewise, the Saló del Tinell (1979), the Palau de la Virreina (1980), the Salón Náutico Internacional de Barcelona (1973), the Fundació La Caixa (1988, 2004, 2008) and the Caixa Tarragona (2003) have dedicated anthological exhibitions to him.
Setdart Auction House
Dec. 17, 2025
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Young man with dog". Mixed media on paper. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €1,500 - €1,800
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Young man with dog". Mixed media on paper. Signed in the lower right corner. Measurements: 31 x 22 cm; 53 x 46 cm (frame). Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramon Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. During his early years, apart from his surname, Opisso also used to sign his work with an "O" for Opisso, which contains the "R" of his name. Most of his work is preserved in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out. Likewise, the Saló del Tinell (1979), the Palau de la Virreina (1980), the Salón Náutico Internacional de Barcelona (1973), the Fundació La Caixa (1988, 2004, 2008) and the Caixa Tarragona (2003) have dedicated anthological exhibitions to him.
Setdart Auction House
Dec. 17, 2025
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Day at the beach". Pencil on paper. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €2,200 - €2,500
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Day at the beach". Pencil on paper. Signed in the lower right corner. Measurements: 28 x 35 cm; 46 x 53 cm (frame). Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramón Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. During his early years, apart from his surname, Opisso also used to sign his work with an "O" for Opisso, which contains the "R" of his name. Most of his work is preserved in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out. Likewise, the Saló del Tinell (1979), the Palau de la Virreina (1980), the Salón Náutico Internacional de Barcelona (1973), the Fundació La Caixa (1988, 2004, 2008) and the Caixa Tarragona (2003) have dedicated anthological exhibitions to him.
Setdart Auction House
Dec. 11, 2025
RICARD OPISSO. Trying on the dress.
Est: €300 - €375
Ink on paper attached to paspartú Signed 21.5x17 cm.
Balclis
Dec. 11, 2025
RICARD OPISSO. Two girls.
Est: €250 - €310
Ink on paper stuck to passe-partout Signed 16.5x14.5 cm.
Balclis
Dec. 11, 2025
RICARD OPISSO. Couple.
Est: €250 - €310
Ink and watercolour on paper stuck to passe-partout. Signed 16.5x13.5 cm.
Balclis
Nov. 19, 2025
RICARD OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Gaudí". Pastel on paper. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €650 - €700
RICARD OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Gaudí". Pastel on paper. Signed in the lower right corner. Measurements: 39 x 29 cm. The collaboration of a young Ricard Opisso with the already recognized Gaudí began at a very early age, when the artist was only 12 years old. His functions in the Sagrada Familia were varied, serving as assistant, draughtsman, photographer and even as a model for the sculptures. In the bidding work, the figure of the architect is clearly distinguishable, with his bushy beard and gray hair, dressed in an elegant black suit, looking upwards, as if contemplating his next creation, while behind him the figure of a muse or the allegory of inspiration is insinuated. Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramón Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. Most of his work is kept in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out.
Setdart Auction House
Nov. 19, 2025
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Two cabaret girls with their dogs". Pencil and watercolor on paper. Signed.
Est: €1,400 - €1,700
RICARDO OPISSO I SALA (Tarragona, 1880 - Barcelona, 1966). "Two cabaret girls with their dogs". Pencil and watercolor on paper. Signed. Measurements: 40 x 27 cm. Opisso was a painter, draftsman and cartoonist. In his youth he participated in the modernist environment of Barcelona, and in fact in 1894 he began to work as an apprentice with Antoni Gaudí in the works of the Sagrada Familia. Two years later, backed by the architect, he became a member of the Círculo Artístico de Sant Lluc, with whom he would later exhibit in the Sala Parés. He was linked to the group Els Quatre Gats, together with Ramón Casas, Manuel Hugué, Isidre Nonell and Pablo Picasso, among others. In 1901 he made a trip to Paris, where Picasso and Hugué were already there. He worked as an illustrator in publications such as "Cu-cut!" and "L'Esquella de la Torratxa", signing drawings oriented to political satire, in a style close to art nouveau. In 1907 he took part in the Fine Arts Exhibition in Barcelona, and received a third class medal. Due to the dictatorship of Miguel Primo de Rivera, Opisso abandoned political satire and his drawings approached the costumbrista theme, specializing in popular scenes. His works of this period are characterized by presenting motley crowds in popular Barcelona scenes. After having exhibited several times in succession at the Sala Parés, he held his first individual exhibition in 1935, at the Syra galleries in Barcelona. During the post-war period he continued to exhibit in various galleries in Barcelona, and reaped great success with both critics and the public. In 1953 he received the recognition of his hometown in the IV Art Fair of Tarragona. Most of his work is kept in the Opisso Museum in Barcelona, but it is also present in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. As for exhibitions, the one held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 2004, under the title "Catalan painting, from naturalism to noucentisme", in which his work "Carnival" was exhibited, stands out.
Setdart Auction House
Nov. 05, 2025
RICARDO OPISSO SALA Tarragona (1880) / Barcelona (1966) "Street Sales"
Est: €225 - €300
Inks on paper Signed on the lower right Measurements: Frame: 21 x 28 cm
Ansorena
Nov. 05, 2025
RICARDO OPISSO SALA Tarragona (1880) / Barcelona (1966) "Street Vendors"
Est: €225 - €300
Inks on paper Signed on the right side Measurements: Frame: 21 x 28 cm
Ansorena
Oct. 28, 2025
RICARDO OPISSO - Autorretrato con compañía
Est: -
RICARDO OPISSO Tarragona 1880-Barcelona 1966 Autorretrato con compañía Lápices de color sobre papel Firmado Medidas 27,5 x 21,5 cm
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