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Hi all,trying to figure out this painting and ID the artist. It looks like a vintage Spanish street scene to me (or maybe Italian,but it could also be a number of other places)Anyway the frame looks 70’s-80’s to me? The painting itself is 29cm x 40cm. The signature is unclear (of course it is) But maybe someone recognizes it? Or what would you say the name of the artist is,please?Thanks for any comments and keep well..

 

I see A. Ruiz. 1950s from the clothing and frame. Looks like Spain to me too.

Debora

 

Much appreciated Debora..Thanks

 

Best I can do is give you something sharper to look at....Debora's probably correct!!

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Thank you for the image

 

Searching that name and ‘variations’

 

I was thinking at first the initial is a ‘A’or ‘H’ And the surname ended in a ‘i’ or ‘j’ or ‘y’.

 

It could well be decorative. Spanish and Italian street scenes were not uncommon in the era.

Debora

 

It's not uncommon in Spain for the z to extend downward. Here's a Ruiz signature for comparison. Does look like a y, doesn't it?

Debora

 

It is charming, Boland.
Ruiz is a common name, but it is likely he or she painted quite a few similar paintings. You may come across more Ruiz's with the same subject, so hopefuly a greater chance of finding information.

 

I would suggest you open up the back as there may be additional information there.

Debora

 

Interesting. Yes I agree

 

Thank you for the comment Any Jewelry. ‘Charming’ is maybe the best way to describe this.. Nothing really special. I agree with you,I will search Ruiz’s some more..

 

Agreed. The village street or market scenes looked to be a popular subject matter. For the most part these scenes do have a certain allure. Thanks again for the help..

 

This one more appealing than most.

Debora