José de Guimarães (b. 1939)
José de Guimarães is one of Portugal’s most important contemporary artists, with an international career spanning more than six decades. His work is distinguished by a unique visual language, marked by symbols, intense colors, and references to African, Japanese, Chinese, Mexican, and European cultures, creating a thoroughly recognizable transcultural artistic universe.
Available Works
Artistic Language
José de Guimarães’s work is characterized by the creation of a unique visual vocabulary, in which symbols, human figures, animals, and geometric shapes establish a dialogue between different cultures and historical periods. His experiences in Angola profoundly shaped the development of his artistic language, which was later enriched by his travels and studies focused on the cultures of Japan, China, Mexico, and Europe.
At the Nicolau Nasoni Gallery, you can discover a selection of works—including silkscreen prints, sculptures, paintings, and editions—carefully curated for purchase and collection. The gallery regularly follows the artist’s career, making works available to private and institutional collectors.
Biography
José de Guimarães was born in Guimarães in 1939. After earning his bachelor’s degree in engineering, he began his artistic career in the 1960s, a period during which he lived in Angola and began to forge his creative path. Since then, he has participated in countless national and international exhibitions, establishing a well-established career in the contemporary art scene.
His work is included in major museums and public and private collections in Portugal and abroad, and he has received numerous awards throughout his career. Today, José de Guimarães is considered an indispensable figure in Portuguese contemporary art.
Events
Representation in Collections and Museums
José de Guimarães International Arts Center (CIAJG)
Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation
Serralves Museum
Würth Museum
Afro Brazil Museum
Museum of Modern Art (Mexico City)
Today Art Museum (Beijing)
Yan Huang Museum (Beijing)
MUHKA – Museum of Contemporary Art in Antwerp
Frequently Asked Questions
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At the Nicolau Nasoni Gallery, you can discover a selection of works by José de Guimarães, including paintings, sculptures, silkscreen prints, and editions. Contact our team for information about the works available for purchase and collection.
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José de Guimarães is a leading figure in Portuguese contemporary art, with an internationally established career and works featured in major collections and museums. Institutional recognition and the consistency of his body of work make his pieces particularly appealing to many collectors.
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The choice depends on factors such as the period of creation, the technique, the dimensions, and the context of the collection. The Nicolau Nasoni Gallery offers personalized advice to assist collectors in selecting works by José de Guimarães.
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The value of a work of art varies depending on factors such as technique, dimensions, date of creation, rarity, and exhibition history. For information on the availability and prices of works currently represented by the Nicolau Nasoni Gallery, please contact our team.