Seated Figure in Landscape (Surrealist Composition)
Original print or limited edition serigraph on paper • Attributed to a graphic artist in the manner of Milton Glaser or Peter Max; possibly a commercial art studio edition from the 1980s
Style & Movement
Pop Art/Post-Modernism with Surrealist influences; Neo-Graphic style
Medium & Technique
Screenprint (serigraphy) with metallic gold ink, utilizing flat color planes and hard-edge graphic techniques
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1970-1990)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 18 inches (visual); Portrait orientation
Subject Description
A stylized, abstract human figure is depicted through undulating horizontal bands, suggesting depth and movement. The figure appears seated or submerged within a landscape under a dual celestial sky featuring a large golden moon/circle and a bright yellow sun. The composition uses a vibrant palette of pinks, reds, and metallic silver/gold against a blue gradient sky.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the colors appear vibrant with no visible foxing or humidity damage through the glazing
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $400 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $300 USD
Provenance History
Unknown; likely acquired from a contemporary gallery or decorative art retailer during the late 20th century. Current framing suggests a more recent secondary-market acquisition.
Art Historical Significance
Reflects the late 20th-century transition between commercial graphic design and fine art, typical of the aesthetic popularized by the Push Pin Studios movement. It represents the democratization of art through high-quality printmaking.
Notable Features
The use of thick metallic gold ink on the central celestial sphere and the clever use of optical 'wave' patterns to define the human form are distinctive of 1980s avant-garde graphic design.
Condition Issues
Slight bowing of the paper substrate; minor dust accumulation under the glass; edge wear to the black contemporary frame.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the use of UV-filtering glass to prevent fading of the bright pigments; check for acid-free matting to prevent long-term paper discoloration.