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“NEW GENERATION” – DISCOVERING #DIEGOVOCI GOLD – PART ONE
Proof is here. The magnetism of DIEGO VOCI art can be transferred to a “New Generation.”
Diego Voci died in 1985 of lung cancer. His great body of artwork has endured 30-50 years, largely unknown except to many of his original addicted collectors who bought many. They displayed them, enjoyed them and hoarded them for decades. Now these devoted collectors are dead, dying and or downsizing and Diego’s works are popping up everywhere at bargain prices. Keep your eyes open! diegovociproject@gmail.com
Enter Brad Fairchild, Graphic Designer and Photographer, 45 years old. His parents, Cheryl and Dan met Diego personally. On a tight budget with two little kids, they bought 3 DIEGO Lithographs in the 1970’s while in Germany. They found their first original Diego Voci oil painting in the US on e-bay: https://diegovociproject.wordpress.com/2015/07/08/potential-diegovoci-model-kicking-herself/
Their son Brad has a sharp eye. Here is the Diego Voci masterwork, “Madonna” (31″x 16″) he discovered at an Estate Sale under $1,000. Genuine #gold leaf is inlayed, similar to the techniques used by Gustav #Klimt with the famous #WomaninGold.
Google “DIEGO VOCI”. And see a gallery art tour.
The Diego Videos can be seen on Youtube: https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=Diego+Voci&tbm=vid
AC P of W #279 7/14/2015
DINING WITH DIEGO (PART 3) FIVE YEAR MYSTERY CONTINUES
THE QUESTION IS:
Who controls the 11 artworks by Diego Voci (1920-1985) that took us 3 years to learn they belonged to Ciccio Barchetti, owner of Ciccio’s Ristorante in Pirmasens, #Germany, who passed away in September of 2013. And, where are they now?
I am Kami #Cooprider, DIEGO VOCI PROJECT Research Assistant, who was raised in Germany by Patti and Coop Cooprider and I like to solve mysteries. My German, which had been out of practice came in handy.
Since March of 2010, the DIEGO VOCI PROJECT (#DVP) has received 11 identical images three separate times from three separate people, each wanting to sell the same 11 paintings. We, the DVP, were excited about a find of 11 DIEGOs at one time! Here are two of the large paintings.
“La Trattoria” and “Dorf auf Menorca” by Antonio DIEGO Voci (1920-1985)
1. When Ursula and Peter Puehler contacted DVP in 2010 via German e-mail to sell the 11 DIEGO paintings, we believed they were the owners. We responded. DVP never heard back from them. 3 years went by.
2. In 2013, Marisa Barchetti, sent images of the same 11 DIEGOs. These DIEGOs were the identical images the Puehler’s had sent to DVP. Marisa only spoke Italian (lives in Rome). She informed us the paintings belonged to her brother Ciccio who had a restaurant in Pirmasens, Germany, but had passed away of cancer. She did not know the Puehlers, or how they got the same 11 DIEGO images. We attempted through various means to communicate. Marisa finally explained she did not have the paintings, but was looking for them herself. We hit only dead ends. More silence.
3. I intensified my search to find the DIEGOs. I found a dated reference to Ciccio online as owner of the restaurant; but, it was now in the ownership of Mario Augurusa. It was re-named Da Mario Ristorante-Pizzeria. I called Mario. He revealed he bought the establishment from Ciccio. He also revealed quite firmly that he knew nothing about 11 DIEGOs and did not know the Puehlers. But, Mario said, “I have a few of my own.” My sister Kendra visited Mario. We featured only 3 of the DIEGOs as his others are in storage, which we have not seen. https://diegovociproject.wordpress.com/2015/06/18/dining-with-diego-part-2/
4. THE LATEST: In April of this year, DVP again received the same 11 DIEGO images that Puehlers sent 5 years earlier; this time from a Johannes Volkemer also from Pirmasens. We were awestruck. With a bit of finesse and some luck we communicated in German. Johannes replied to DVP and told us he was Ciccio’s son – and that Marisa was his aunt living in Rome, Italy. He did not know the Puehlers. He was wanting to sell the DIEGOs. We asked that he provide us with backs of the artworks and the measurements, but he said he personally did not have them – Johannes’ sister did. Does she or doesn’t she? We requested the information again on 20 June 2015.
“Il Ponte” “Clown Francesco” “Stillleben mit Weinflasche”
SO WHERE ARE THEY?
GOOGLE: “Diego Voci” and check out DVP www.diegovociproject.com
DIEGO VOCI’s LAST HOURS
All of the fierce pain from cancer metastasizing and sapping what was left of his strength, #DIEGO could not stop drawing. Drawing was as important to Diego as breathing.
“Diego drew every waking minute”, said Tony Voci, nephew, of his 1957 trip in #Europe with his art compelled uncle Diego.
So weak he could barely hold the pencil in his last hours, this is his final artistic expression. A small sketch that Helga Voci treasures as much as her husband’s best #masterpieces.
Helga Noted “Mainz Pain Clinic”
Antonio Diego Voci (August 10,1920- December 10,1985)
Coop Cooprider, DIEGO VOCI HISTORIAN
http://www.diegovociproject.com
AC P of W #269 4/29/2015
DIEGO VOCI #ART – “THEY ARE NOT FOR SALE! NOT EVEN ONE!”
“The faces of the women”, Christine Khan replied to Coop #Cooprider just three years ago when asked, “What attracted you to Diego?”
Like so many DIEGO collectors Christine could not stop at having one Diego and she is hoarding them and enjoying them to this day. Christine Khan owns more than 3 dozen DIEGO artworks, but states very clearly in the interview with Coop (and Helga as a witness): “THEY ARE NOT FOR #SALE – NOT EVEN ONE!”
Above, you see “TWO WOMEN”, 27 in. x 20 in, Painted on #Copper Plate.
In Diego and Helga #Voci’s home in Taunusstein, #Germany (near Wiesbaden) Coop Cooprider, with his daughter Kendra and her son Ian, made video clips of their interviews. With Helga and Alessandra Voci to join them that Saturday before #Easter of April 7, 2012, Christine Khan recounted her memories of Diego and her relationship with the #Artist and his family. Stay tuned for more fun facts about the #Painter, #Father, and #Friend. See more: https://www.pinterest.com/diegovoci/
Did you miss a PAINTING of the WEEK? In addition to this #Modigliani like work Diego rendered a variety of ‘faces’: http://www.artifactcollectors.com/diego-voci-painting-of-the-week-5154118/Page9.html#265
AC P of W #265 4/21/2015
SPRING! LOVE IS IN THE AIR!!! (LOOK CLOSELY)…
See #Diego Voci’s love “Lady”, written by Helga Voci, Diego’s widow: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/498281146248867040/ and/or https://www.facebook.com/diego.voci?pnref=story
COURTESY “Diego Voci Project” www.diegovociproject.com
#ART by Diego #Rivera and Diego #Voci
Both Diegos were fascinated by the people around them.
Both Diegos were considered #figurative artists.
Both Diegos portrayed the working class.
WHICH is WHICH?
Search Google: “Diego Rivera Paintings” AND/OR “Diego Voci Project”
Be sure to CLICK on IMAGES in tool bar for both Google results.
Find a plethora of #masterpieces by both #Diegos.
Tell us WHICH is WHICH: diegovociproject@gmail.com
See more #Diego_Voci Art: https://www.pinterest.com/diegovoci/
Missed a Painting of the Week? www.pinterest.com/diegovoci/painting-of-the-week/
AC P of W #264 4/15/2015
#EURO VALUE AGAINST #DOLLAR IS PERFECT FOR BUYING #DIEGO ARTWORKS
DIEGO FOR SALE in MANNHEIM, GERMANY:
* NOTE THAT THE EXCHANGE RATE IS GREAT JUST NOW *
If you’re in #EUROPE and want to pick up a DIEGO, here is one for sale online: http://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/35739568_antonio- diego-voci-gasperinaitalien-1920-1985
Better yet, if you’re traveling in central Europe, HELGA #VOCI is in the Wiesbaden/Mainz Germany area and has a variety of DIEGOs to sell.
Please feel free to contact HELGA VOCI via Email at: helga.voci@gmx.de or Phone her at: 06128-72426 calling within Germany (US to Germany – 011-49-6128-72426). Call her for a visit, or to view DIEGOs.
Online, you can view her DIEGO VOCI ESTATE at www.diegovociproject.com under “Acquire” – Graphics or Originals.Order before you go. And, enjoy stories about DIEGO!
In the USA, you’ll see “YOUNG BOY WITH HAT” oil on wood, in oval frame.
NOW, only $400 here in the USA on e-bay.
For more details click on: http://www.artifactcollectors.com/diego-voci-antonio-diego-voci-3984818/Page16.html#465
YOUNG BOY WITH HAT #DIEGO OIL ON WOOD – OVAL
One of our #DIEGO Collectors is moving on the East Coast. The Fisherman below must go: “Pescatore“, Oil #Painting. 20″ x 24” is now for sale. Starting Bid is only $577: http://www.artifactcollectors.com/diego-voci-antonio-diego-voci-3984818/Page16.html#465
PESCATORE (Fisherman) Oil on Canvas, 20″ x 24″
INTREGITY
Say what you mean and mean what you say.
YOGI SEZ,
“By honoring your words, you are honored”
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#DIEGO Portrayal of a German #Supper
John and Cindy Silvers were stationed at #Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany from 1965 to 1968. In October of 1966 the Silvers’ acquired two DIEGO’s they presently still own: “Supper” and “Girl with Pitcher.” Joy Gibson-Naffouj in Landstuhl, #Germany represented DIEGO at that time. Shown here is “Supper” (60×80 cm):
“Supper” (in German “#Abendessen”). The hot main meal of the day in Germany is usually eaten at lunchtime. In the early evening as the last meal of the day one dines on bread with cold cuts and cheese. Wine or hot tea often accompany this typical dinner or “Supper”. In Diego’s rendition of the old man having ‘supper’ one observes the flame indicating it is evening, using the knife to perhaps cut some cheese or meat as his next bite, and a bread roll or “Brötchen” lies next to the plate. The glass of wine and the bottle are part of this old man’s meal. A very typical ‘supper’ in Germany in the day.
John adds, “The frames were made to look old and I don’t know who did that, but we like them. We wouldn’t sell the “Supper,” that will go to our youngest daughter Marni, who did a pencil drawing of it, which was quite good, so she loves the picture.”
An unfortunate health issue put Cindy in the Landstuhl Hospital in Germany – not far from where John worked at Ramstein AFB. She had a stroke at the young age of 29. John explained that Cindy was left with “whole right side paralyzed and she couldn’t speak, caused by aphasia. Her right leg came back about 85%; but above the waist, nothing. She was finally able to speak in speech therapy when she sneezed and the therapist quickly said, “What did you say, Cindy?” She said, “I love you John.” She is quite a fighter and never felt sorry for herself. Cindy raised their four children: John, Lori, Marni and Kevin to adulthood and was an antique dealer in an antique mall.” John retired from the Air Force as a Major in 1972 and then again in 1999 from the Insurance business. business. Cindy and John now reside in Colorado.
John added in a later e-mail to us here at the Diego Voci Project, “Actually, I just recalled that we purchased three paintings. The other was of a Arab man with very dark eyes. The man was just shown as a head and shoulder image. The size of the canvas would be the same and the frame also the same as the two pictured above. When we returned from Germany, a Doctor saw the painting and wanted to have it for his office, so we sold it to him. That’s all I can recall about the third painting.”
Tell us your story. When and where did you purchase your DIEGO? Did you meet Diego? What did he say in his words? What did he do? Tell us your stories! Write us at: diegovociproject@gmail.com
GOOGLE “Diego Voci” and Click on Images.
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AC P of W #262 3/25/2015
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