Collection: Abraham Levy Lima, visual artist

Abraham Levy Lima is a contemporary Portuguese painter and visual artist, born in 1948 in Lajedos, on the island of Santo Antão (Cabo Verde). His work belongs to the tradition of figurative painting with a documentary character, distinguished by a realistic style that often reaches a remarkable level of detail close to hyperrealism.

His artistic production focuses primarily on the depiction of historical and maritime scenes. Among his most recurrent subjects are historic vessels, naval battles, and a variety of nautical scenes, reflecting a deep interest in the history of navigation. His work also includes still lifes, landscapes, and urban views—especially of Lisbon—as well as representations of the Portuguese and Cape Verdean coasts.

Abraham Levy Lima’s pictorial language reflects influences from different artistic traditions, including Flemish, American, and Russian schools. These influences, combined with rigorous historical research, allow him to create detailed and credible compositions that evoke epic narratives and a strong connection to the maritime world.

Group Exhibitions

• 1970s–1980s: Participated in local and hotel-based collective exhibitions in Portugal and Italy (Estoril, Porto, Fiuggi, Milan, Algarve).
• Late 1980s–1990s: Participated in art fairs and festivals, including the 1st Portuguese Language Arts Fair (Arganil, 1989) and maritime-themed exhibitions at the Academia de Marinha (Lisbon, 1991 and 1992).
• 1990s: Exhibitions in Lisbon and Sintra focusing on Cape Verdean and Portuguese culture (Portuguese Language Festival, “Portraits of an Archipelago,” gallery openings). Participated in Expo98 and the 1st Figurative Art Biennale of Alenquer.
• 2000s: Strengthened presence in Portuguese galleries like Galeria Edmundo Cruz (Sintra), inaugurated the Levy-Lima ArtGallery, exhibited in Macau and China, and participated in multiple biennials and international collective shows.
• 2010s–2020s: Participated in cultural projects in Cape Verde and Portugal (Cidadela ArtDistrict, UCCLA, Centro Cultural de Cabo Verde), with shows in Cascais and Lagos, emphasizing connections between Portugal and the Cape Verdean diaspora.

Solo Exhibitions

• 1997–2000: First solo shows in Lisbon and Algés, including participation in Expo98 and a serigraphy exhibition about Lisbon.
• 2003–2009: Permanent exhibitions at Galeria Levy-Lima, as well as shows at cultural houses (Malveira dos Bois, Casa da Morna, Sousa Pedro Lisboa Foundation).
• 2010s–2020s: Solo exhibitions in Cascais, Lisbon, Lagos, and Cape Verde, including galleries, libraries, and palaces. Palácio Seixas in Cascais stands out as a recurring venue from 2022 to 2026.

A consistent record of solo exhibitions promoting personal work and Cape Verdean culture, across galleries, palaces, and cultural centers in Portugal and Cape Verde.