WILLIAM COPLEY, LOLAPULCO, 1958

November 15

inspired by mexican folk art, this vibrant oil on canvas was created when the American painter visited Acapulco in mexico. it will feature at a november 15 auction at Swann Galleries in new york, and is priced between US$50,000 and US$80,000. like much of his work, this painting exemplifies his recurring theme of nude bodies and sensual vignettes.