“Oak” by William Omurcada (b. 1947), 1979 hand-pulled serigraph on paper, signed & numbered 293/375, 21×28 inches
Vintage William Omurcada “Oak” serigraph – striking silhouetted oak canopy rendered in layered color fields, hand-pulled limited edition print signed and numbered 293/375, a classic example of late-20th-century American landscape serigraphy.
Artwork Description
“Oak” is a visually powerful serigraph depicting a dense network of oak branches and limbs silhouetted against a softly graduated sky. The composition emphasizes the organic complexity of the tree’s structure, transforming natural form into an intricate, almost calligraphic pattern. Omurcada’s mastery of serigraphic layering is evident in the smooth tonal transitions of the background and the crisp, dark definition of the branching forms. Printed in 1979, the work reflects the artist’s mature period, where relief texture, painterly color blending, and graphic precision converge. The sheet measures approximately 21 × 28 inches, with the image centered and balanced for strong visual impact. The lower margin bears the artist’s hand-written title “Oak,” signature, date, and edition number 293/375 in pencil, confirming authenticity and limited-edition status. The overall effect is contemplative and timeless, aligning landscape imagery with poetic abstraction.
Artist Biography
William Omurcada was born June 28, 1947, in Boston, Massachusetts. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Harvard University in 1969. Following his undergraduate studies, Omurcada worked in the Surgical Research Department at Harvard Medical School, focusing on immunology. In 1971, he relocated to Washington, D.C., where he completed his first volume of poetry, The Tourist, marking an early synthesis of visual and literary expression. In 1972, he moved to Santa Barbara, California, studying art and literature under Robert Carty, Director of the Santa Barbara Art Institute, and became active in printmaking under the guidance of David Maulhardt. Omurcada also studied with acclaimed printmaker Antonio Frasconi and engaged in extensive experimentation with woodblock and relief printing. His early years in New England, combined with significant travel throughout Europe and North Africa, deeply informed his sensitivity to landscape, structure, and atmosphere. Over the course of his career, Omurcada personally hand-pulled more than sixty editions of serigraphs, widely distributed throughout the United States and internationally. His work is recognized for its painterly surfaces, relief textures, and refined color harmonies, securing his place within the American printmaking tradition of the 1970s and 1980s.
William Omurcada (b. 1947), “Oak,” 1979 hand-pulled serigraph on paper, signed and numbered 293/375, 21 × 28 inches, excellent vintage condition.
Certificate of Value & Authentication
This certificate verifies the authenticity of the original limited-edition serigraph titled Oak by William Omurcada. The work was hand-pulled by the artist in 1979 and is pencil-signed, dated, titled, and numbered 293/375. Medium: serigraph on archival paper. Sheet size: 21 × 28 inches. Based on comparable market examples and the artist’s established printmaking practice, this work is confirmed as authentic and collectible.
Provenance Chain (Collector Format)
Originally acquired through Mitch Morse Gallery, New York City, United States and Europe. Subsequently held in private inventory. Currently held by Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC. Full provenance documentation available upon request.
“Oak” by William Omurcada (b. 1947), 1979 hand-pulled serigraph on paper, signed & numbered 293/375, 21×28 inches
Vintage William Omurcada “Oak” serigraph – striking silhouetted oak canopy rendered in layered color fields, hand-pulled limited edition print signed and numbered 293/375, a classic example of late-20th-century American landscape serigraphy.
Artwork Description
“Oak” is a visually powerful serigraph depicting a dense network of oak branches and limbs silhouetted against a softly graduated sky. The composition emphasizes the organic complexity of the tree’s structure, transforming natural form into an intricate, almost calligraphic pattern. Omurcada’s mastery of serigraphic layering is evident in the smooth tonal transitions of the background and the crisp, dark definition of the branching forms. Printed in 1979, the work reflects the artist’s mature period, where relief texture, painterly color blending, and graphic precision converge. The sheet measures approximately 21 × 28 inches, with the image centered and balanced for strong visual impact. The lower margin bears the artist’s hand-written title “Oak,” signature, date, and edition number 293/375 in pencil, confirming authenticity and limited-edition status. The overall effect is contemplative and timeless, aligning landscape imagery with poetic abstraction.
Artist Biography
William Omurcada was born June 28, 1947, in Boston, Massachusetts. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Harvard University in 1969. Following his undergraduate studies, Omurcada worked in the Surgical Research Department at Harvard Medical School, focusing on immunology. In 1971, he relocated to Washington, D.C., where he completed his first volume of poetry, The Tourist, marking an early synthesis of visual and literary expression. In 1972, he moved to Santa Barbara, California, studying art and literature under Robert Carty, Director of the Santa Barbara Art Institute, and became active in printmaking under the guidance of David Maulhardt. Omurcada also studied with acclaimed printmaker Antonio Frasconi and engaged in extensive experimentation with woodblock and relief printing. His early years in New England, combined with significant travel throughout Europe and North Africa, deeply informed his sensitivity to landscape, structure, and atmosphere. Over the course of his career, Omurcada personally hand-pulled more than sixty editions of serigraphs, widely distributed throughout the United States and internationally. His work is recognized for its painterly surfaces, relief textures, and refined color harmonies, securing his place within the American printmaking tradition of the 1970s and 1980s.
William Omurcada (b. 1947), “Oak,” 1979 hand-pulled serigraph on paper, signed and numbered 293/375, 21 × 28 inches, excellent vintage condition.
Certificate of Value & Authentication
This certificate verifies the authenticity of the original limited-edition serigraph titled Oak by William Omurcada. The work was hand-pulled by the artist in 1979 and is pencil-signed, dated, titled, and numbered 293/375. Medium: serigraph on archival paper. Sheet size: 21 × 28 inches. Based on comparable market examples and the artist’s established printmaking practice, this work is confirmed as authentic and collectible.
Provenance Chain (Collector Format)
Originally acquired through Mitch Morse Gallery, New York City, United States and Europe. Subsequently held in private inventory. Currently held by Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC. Full provenance documentation available upon request.
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