Isabel "La Negra"
Technical Sheet:
Title: Isabel "La Negra"
Medium: acrylic on canvas
Dimensions: 60” x 40” in
Year: 2019
Isabel "La Negra" Luberza Oppenheimer was a legendary figure in Puerto Rican history, born on July 23, 1901, in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Known for her astute business acumen, she became the proprietor of a famous brothel, "La Marina," in the red-light district of Ponce. Despite the controversial nature of her business, Isabel "La Negra" was respected for her philanthropy and support for the underprivileged in her community. Her legacy is a blend of notoriety and admiration, reflecting the complex social dynamics of her time. Isabel "La Negra" passed away on January 4, 1974, leaving behind a lasting impact on Puerto Rican culture and history.
Technical Sheet:
Title: Isabel "La Negra"
Medium: acrylic on canvas
Dimensions: 60” x 40” in
Year: 2019
Isabel "La Negra" Luberza Oppenheimer was a legendary figure in Puerto Rican history, born on July 23, 1901, in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Known for her astute business acumen, she became the proprietor of a famous brothel, "La Marina," in the red-light district of Ponce. Despite the controversial nature of her business, Isabel "La Negra" was respected for her philanthropy and support for the underprivileged in her community. Her legacy is a blend of notoriety and admiration, reflecting the complex social dynamics of her time. Isabel "La Negra" passed away on January 4, 1974, leaving behind a lasting impact on Puerto Rican culture and history.
Technical Sheet:
Title: Isabel "La Negra"
Medium: acrylic on canvas
Dimensions: 60” x 40” in
Year: 2019
Isabel "La Negra" Luberza Oppenheimer was a legendary figure in Puerto Rican history, born on July 23, 1901, in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Known for her astute business acumen, she became the proprietor of a famous brothel, "La Marina," in the red-light district of Ponce. Despite the controversial nature of her business, Isabel "La Negra" was respected for her philanthropy and support for the underprivileged in her community. Her legacy is a blend of notoriety and admiration, reflecting the complex social dynamics of her time. Isabel "La Negra" passed away on January 4, 1974, leaving behind a lasting impact on Puerto Rican culture and history.