Robin on Red Post
Painting on paper, spiral-bound sketchbook sheet • Signed 'Steph 25'; likely a contemporary student, amateur, or hobbyist artist
Style & Movement
Contemporary illustrative realism; folk-art influence
Medium & Technique
Gouache or acrylic on paper; flat application with some layered feather detailing on the wing and breast
Creation Period
2025 (dated in signature)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 9 x 12 inches (standard sketchbook size); vertical portrait orientation
Subject Description
A side-profile depiction of a European Robin (Erithacus rubecula) perched on a red vertical surface against a textured chartreuse-green background. The composition uses a high-contrast palette and emphasizes the bird's iconic orange-red breast.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; fresh paint application on perforated paper
Estimated Market Value
$20 - $75
Auction Estimate
$10 - $30
Provenance History
Directly from the artist; currently within a private collection or personal sketchbook
Art Historical Significance
Representational of 21st-century domestic art practice and the popularity of avian subjects in illustrative media. It lacks institutional significance but holds personal or sentimental value.
Notable Features
Signature 'Steph 25' inscribed vertically in black on the red element; distinctive use of a vibrant lime-green background that contrasts with the naturalistic tones of the bird.
Condition Issues
None significant, though there are minor paint splatters in the background and standard spiral perforation at the top edge which may affect future mounting.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of pigments; store in an acid-free sleeve or frame under UV-protective glass if display is desired.