ABIGAIL VARELA Paintings & Artwork for Sale | ABIGAIL VARELA Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 27, 2024
ABIGAIL VARELA (Caracas - Venezuela, 1948). Untitled. Bronze. Exemplary P.A 1/4. Attached certificate of authenticity issued by the artist. Signed and justified. Measurements: 152 x 70 x 40 cm.
Est: €28,000 - €30,000
ABIGAIL VARELA (Caracas - Venezuela, 1948). Untitled. Bronze. Exemplary P.A 1/4. Attached certificate of authenticity issued by the artist. Signed and justified. Measurements: 152 x 70 x 40 cm. The piece is a bronze sculpture representing a female figure with voluminous forms and wide curves. The figure has a robust body with prominent hips and thighs, in contrast to an elongated and slender torso. The facial features are minimal and stylized, giving her an abstract and modern appearance. The pose suggests stability and a certain grace in movement, combining weight and lightness in its structure. This piece is characteristic of the style of Abigail Varela, who explores femininity in sculptural forms that evoke both strength and softness. Abigail Varela is a leading Venezuelan visual artist, known primarily for her bronze sculptures depicting abstract female figures with a modern twist and inspired by pre-Columbian art, capturing poses that evoke dynamism. Varela began his artistic training under the guidance of Japanese ceramist Hiroshi Kawagiri, complementing his apprenticeship at various art academies in Caracas. His production includes large flat profile sculptures, which evolve into dark polished bronzes and solid aluminum pieces. The central theme in Varela's work is femininity, expressed through voluminous forms that convey lightness and movement. His figures have been compared to the famous Venus of Willendorf, and many of his sculptures have a subtle touch of humor. Varela's work has achieved renown both in Venezuela and internationally, with exhibitions in cities such as New York (Katharina Rich Perlow Gallery), London (Cynthia Bourne Gallery), San Salvador (Espacio Gallery), Coral Gables (Freites-Revilla Gallery) and Boca Raton (Elaine Baker Gallery), among others. In 2014, his art was the subject of a retrospective at the BOD Center in Caracas and, in 2018, his work was selected for the show "Tiempos y Tendencias de la Escultura Latinoamericana" at the CAF gallery in Caracas. His pieces have been the subject of analysis in essays and books, and are part of important art collections in Venezuela, such as the Galería de Arte Nacional (Caracas), the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo, the Fundación Empresas Polar and the Fundación Cultural Chacao. They are also in open space museums in Mérida, Valencia, Aroa and Margarita Island in Venezuela, as well as in Huelva (Spain) and the Suncheon Bay National Garden in South Korea. In 2014, Varela was awarded the Omar Carreño Prize for Plastic Arts, granted by the Venezuelan College of Architects and the National Association of Plastic Artists. Her name appears in renowned artist directories such as ULAN, Artnet, Christie's, Benezit, as well as in reference works such as Marta Traba's Art of Latin America and Leonard's Latin American Art Price Index.
Setdart Auction House
May. 29, 2024
ABIGAIL VARELA (VENEZUELAN, B. 1948)
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Abigail Varela (Venezuelan, b. 1948) Mujer Buscando Equilibrio, 2004 Bronze, Initialed A.V. on base. Numbered 1/8. Together with display pedestal, two exhibition catalogs and Artist's Monograph, published November, 2000 by Fundacion Culturel Chacao & Movilnet, with text by Federica Palomero. Also includes crate for shipping, may need some modifications. Pedestal dimensions: H: 29 1/4 x W: 10 1/8 x D: 10 1/8 in. H: 17 W: 13 D: 10 in.
Gray's Auctioneers
May. 08, 2024
Abigail Varela
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Venezuelan, b. 1948 Mujer Vertical Mirando El Horizonte, 1989 Initialed and numbered AV 5/6 Bronze with brown patina, from an edition of 6 Overall 8 x 3 3/8 x 3 3/4 inches (20.3 x 8.5 x 9.5 cm) Dust and grime in crevices. Scattered light surface scratches. Overall good condition.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Oct. 04, 2023
Abigail Varela
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Venezuelan, b. 1948 Mujer Vertical Mirando El Horizonte, 1989 Initialed and numbered AV 5/6 Bronze with brown patina, from an edition of 6 Overall 8 x 3 3/8 x 3 3/4 inches (20.3 x 8.5 x 9.5 cm) Dust and grime in crevices. Scattered light surface scratches. Overall good condition.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Oct. 03, 2023
La chismosa II
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
The Vanguard Spirit: Modern and Surrealist Masterworks from an Important Estate Abigail Varela b. 1948 La chismosa II bronze incised with the artist's initials A.V. and numbered 1/8 (on the figure's proper left hip) bronze 50 by 27 by 21 in. 127 by 68.6 by 53.3 cm. Executed in 1995, this work is number 1 from an edition of 8.
Sotheby's
Mar. 14, 2023
ABIGAIL VARELA (b. 1948) Comadres bronze Left figure: Height: 17 1/2 in. (4
Est: $25,000 - $30,000
ABIGAIL VARELA (b. 1948) Comadres bronze Left figure: Height: 17 1/2 in. (44.5 cm.) Width: 14 in. (35.6 cm.) Depth: 20 in. (50.8 cm.) Right figure: Height: 14 1/2 in. (36.8 cm.) Width: 15 in. (38.1 cm.) Depth: 21 in. (53.3 cm.)
Christie's
May. 11, 2022
Abigail Varela Venezuelan, b. 1948 Mujer con objeto comestible, 1999-2000
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
Abigail Varela Venezuelan, b. 1948 Mujer con objeto comestible, 1999-2000 Initialed and numbered AV 3/8 Bronze 44 1/2 x 13 1/2 x 15 1/4 inches (113 x 34.3 x 38.7 cm) C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
May. 11, 2022
Abigail Varela Venezuelan, b. 1948 Chismosa II, 1999-2000
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
Abigail Varela Venezuelan, b. 1948 Chismosa II, 1999-2000 Initialed and numbered AV 4/8 Bronze 17 1/2 x 8 1/2 x 9 1/2 inches (44.4 x 21.6 x 24.1 cm) C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Sep. 29, 2021
Abigail Varela, Untitled
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Abigail Varela Untitled bronze 36 h × 19 w × 20 d in (91 × 48 × 51 cm) Incised signature, number and inscription to verso 'A. Varela P.A. 3/4'. This work is artist's proof 3 of 4. Condition of the item is not included in this description. Condition reports are available from Rago upon request. Rago strongly recommends that you review a condition report for each item on which you plan to bid. Email condition@ragoarts.com to request a condition report.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Jun. 26, 2021
BRONZE OF A WOMAN BY ABIGAIL VARELA.
Est: $20,000 - $25,000
Venezuela, b. 1948. Modern three-dimensional sculpture of a woman. Untitled, but likely from the Hung series. Signed and numbered 6/6. 54"l. Includes four hanging rods, two 46"l., two 26"l. For similar work titled "Todos estamos colgados", see Christie's auction of Latin American Art, May 25-26, 2016.
Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers
Oct. 10, 2020
Large Abigail Varela Bronze Figural Sculpture
Est: $35,000 - $45,000
Work is titled "Extasis." Reference: Abigail Varela, pg. 157. Video preview available for all lots. Live or video walkthrough by appointment - email info@modernauctions.com. Thinking of selling? We are now accepting consignments for our February 2021 auction.
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Jul. 30, 2020
Abigail Varela (b. 1948) - Mujer equilibrista y niño
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
Abigail Varela (b. 1948) Mujer equilibrista y niño bronze 20 ½ x 16 x 13 in. (52.1 x 40.6 x 33 cm.)
Christie's
Jul. 30, 2020
Abigail Varela (b. 1948) - El bostezo
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Abigail Varela (b. 1948) El bostezo bronze 14 ½ x 23 x 11 in. (36.8 x 58.4 x 27.9 cm.)
Christie's
May. 02, 2020
Large Abigail Varela Bronze Figural Sculpture
Est: $35,000 - $45,000
Work is titled "Extasis." Video preview available for all lots in our May 2nd auction. Simply email info@modernauctions.com with your request for additional photos or video. Do you have a similar item to sell? Consigning is just as easy and convenient: get started by sending photos and information about your items via email, our website, or snail mail.
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Nov. 21, 2019
Abigail Varela (b. 1948) - Reclinada mirando al cielo II
Est: $20,000 - $25,000
Abigail Varela (b. 1948) Reclinada mirando al cielo II bronze 20 x 27 7/8 x 24 in. (51 x 71 x 61 cm.)
Christie's
Jun. 08, 2019
Abigail Varela (b. 1948): Sentada en Blanco
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
Bronze, signed with initials 'AV' and numbered 1/8.17 1/2 x 9 x 9in.
STAIR
May. 23, 2019
Abigail Varela (b. 1948) Mujer sentada en sofa bronze 46 ¾ x 33 ½ x 38 ½ in. (119 x 85 x 98 cm.)
Est: $35,000 - $45,000
Abigail Varela (b. 1948) Mujer sentada en sofa signed with initials and numbered 'A.V. 3/8' (on the figure's backside) bronze 46 ¾ x 33 ½ x 38 ½ in. (119 x 85 x 98 cm.) Edition three of eight.
Christie's
May. 23, 2019
Abigail Varela (b. 1948) Sentada con paquete bronze 37 7/8 x 41 ½ x 29 ½ in. (96 x 105 x 74 cm.)
Est: $35,000 - $45,000
Abigail Varela (b. 1948) Sentada con paquete signed and numbered 'AVarela 6/6' (on the leg of stool) bronze 37 7/8 x 41 ½ x 29 ½ in. (96 x 105 x 74 cm.) Edition six of six.
Christie's
Jan. 16, 2019
Abigail Varela (Venezuelan b.1948-)
Est: $10,000 - $20,000
DESCRIPTION: An artist proof maquette sculpture by Venezuelan artist, Abigail Varela, titled: "Equilibrista con Luna". Features a hefty nude woman balancing on a unicycle, whilst balancing another nude woman in her left hand raised above her. Fitted to a concentric, square base. This sculpture was used as model for a private client's 12 foot version of the sculpture. Signed: "A. Varela P.A.". Note: This item is in three piece, the first being the base, the second is the first nude woman, and the third is the nude woman along the top. CIRCA: 20th Ct. ORIGIN: Venezuela DIMENSIONS: H:21" L:10 5/8" CONDITION: Fair condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Akiba Galleries
Nov. 21, 2018
Abigaíl Varela (b. 1948) - Viajera y baúl
Est: $35,000 - $45,000
Abigaíl Varela (b. 1948) Viajera y baúl bronze on traveler trunk (metal and leather) 58 x 36 x 32 in. (147.3 x 91.4 x 81.3 cm.)
Christie's
Oct. 26, 2017
Abigail Varela
Est: -
Abigail Varela S/t (Mujer parada) Bronce. PA. 1/4. Firmado en la base S/f 26 x 14,5 x 9 cm
Casa de Subastas Odalys
Oct. 26, 2017
Abigail Varela
Est: -
Abigail Varela S/t (Mujer sentada) Bronce. PA. 1/4. Firmado en la base S/f 24 x 10 x 7 cm
Casa de Subastas Odalys
Jul. 27, 2017
Abigail Varela (Venezuelan b.1948-)
Est: $16,000 - $22,000
DESCRIPTION: An artist proof maquette sculpture by Venezuelan artist, Abigail Varela, titled: "Equilibrista con Luna". Features a hefty nude woman balancing on a unicycle, whilst balancing another nude woman in her left hand raised above her. Fitted to a concentric, square base. This sculpture was used as model for a private client's 12 foot version of the sculpture. Signed: "A. Varela P.A.". Note: This item is in three piece, the first being the base, the second is the first nude woman, and the third is the nude woman along the top. CIRCA: 20th Ct. ORIGIN: Venezuela DIMENSIONS: H:21" L:10 5/8" CONDITION: Fair condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Akiba Galleries
Nov. 23, 2016
Abigail Varela (b. 1948) Mujer sentada en sofá
Est: $15,000 - $20,000
Abigail Varela (b. 1948) Mujer sentada en sofá bronze 17 ½ x 19 ¼ x 14 in. (44.5 x 48.9 x 35.6 cm.)
Christie's
Nov. 24, 2014
Abigail Varela (Venezuelan b. 1948) Estudio Las Marujas I and II
Est: $25,000 - $30,000
Abigail Varela (Venezuelan b. 1948) Estudio Las Marujas I and II
Christie's
Nov. 24, 2014
Abigail Varela (Venezuelan b. 1948) Maqueta para 'El descanso' bronze with
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Abigail Varela (Venezuelan b. 1948) Maqueta para 'El descanso' bronze with brown patina 9½ x 10 x 9 in. (24.1 x 25.4 x 22.9 cm.)
Christie's
Nov. 10, 2011
ABIGAIL VARELA
Est: $25,000 - $35,000
PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT PRIVATE COLLECTION B.1948 CAMINADORA VIAJERA signed and numbered 6/6 bronze with gold-brown patina 32 1/4 by 20 3/4 by 19 5/8 in. 82 by 52.6 by 50 cm. Executed in 1990, this work is number 6 from an edition of 6.
Sotheby's
Nov. 18, 2010
Abigail Varela (Venezuelan b. 1948)
Est: -
Abigail Varela (Venezuelan b. 1948) Sentada invocando un sueño initialed and numbered 'AV 1/8' (on the figure's back) bronze with red patina 18¾ x 22¼ x 25 in. (48 x 55 x 64 cm.) Executed in 2004. Edition one of eight.
Christie's
Nov. 17, 2010
Abigail Varela (Venezuelan b. 1948)
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Abigail Varela (Venezuelan b. 1948) Sentada invocando un sueño initialed and numbered 'AV 1/8' (on the figure's back) bronze with red patina 18¾ x 22¼ x 25 in. (48 x 55 x 64 cm.) Executed in 2004. Edition one of eight.
Christie's
Nov. 20, 2007
Abigail Varela (b. 1948) , Untitled
Est: $20,000 - $25,000
bronze
Sotheby's
May. 31, 2007
Caminadora viajera
Est: $22,000 - $28,000
Abigail Varela (Venezuelan B. 1948) Caminadora viajera signed and numbered 'A. VARELA 6/6' (on the base) bronze with brown patina 33 x 23 x 21 in. (84 x 58.5 x 53.5 cm.) Executed in 1990. Edition six of six.
Christie's
May. 23, 2006
Abigail Varela (Venezuelan B. 1948)
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
Untitled signed and numbered 'A. Varela 4/6' (on the base) bronze with brown patina 16 x 33 1/2 x 14 3/4 in. (40.5 x 85 x 37 cm.) Executed circa 1990. Edition four of six.
Christie's

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