A Celebration of Roberto Estopiñán (1921-2015)

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The University of Miami Cuban Heritage Collection and the Cuban Museum honored the life and work of Cuban-born sculptor Roberto Estopiñán, who passed away in January at the age of 93. The evening included readings by the poets Alina Galliano and Gastón Álvaro; remarks by Estopiñán’s nephew George Ramos Pace and the art historian Alejandro Anreus; and a recognition of his widow, Carmina Benguría. The program was followed by a screening of the documentary Artists in Exile: Roberto Estopiñán (1994, 30 minutes) by the late Cuban-American television writer and producer Ray Blanco.

From the artist’s estate per his wishes, a selection of works on paper by Roberto Estopiñán will be donated to the Cuban Museum. The Cuban Heritage Collection has received 46 of his sketchbooks, some of which were on display during the event.

Reception sponsored by the Amigos of the Cuban Heritage Collection

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