Across the Blue
Framed with a Dark wood and white gap
Size: 16" x 16" | 42cm x 42cm
On display at the gallery in Wimbledon
Frequently bought together
Across the Blue
The gallery is small, but it punches well above its weight. Friendly, expert and hugely knowledgeable about the artists it represents and displays, there is always something of interest, at different price levels.
The Artist
Carlos Neto
Carlos Neto, born in 1956 and of Portuguese heritage, is a self-taught artist living in Johannesburg, South Africa. From a young age, he showed exceptional talent in the arts, particularly in painting and sculpture—disciplines that would become central to his life’s work.
Although entirely self-trained, Carlos’s dedication and natural ability led him to establish a bronze casting foundry, where he produced works for major auction houses. His skill in sculpture is widely respected, yet his true passion has always been painting—especially in oils, though he is equally comfortable working in a variety of mediums.
Carlos’s work is defined by both technical precision and emotional resonance. His paintings often reflect a deep connection to form, texture, and light, capturing subjects with a sense of presence and timelessness.
After decades of refining his craft largely out of the spotlight, Carlos Neto is now preparing to share his work with a wider audience. As he looks to introduce his art to the UK market, collectors and art lovers are invited to discover a remarkable South African talent whose work speaks for itself.
