Koi Pond
Painting on canvas • Stopka (signed 'Stopka 25' lower right)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Folk/Naive Art; features elements of Impressionism in its depiction of water movement and light.
Medium & Technique
Acrylic on canvas; techniques include wet-on-wet blending for the water, scumbling to create the white bubbly textures, and flat application for the lily pad. The brushwork is gestural and expressive.
Creation Period
2025 (based on the signature date)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 x 16 inches; Landscape format
Subject Description
A top-down aerial view of a pond featuring three koi fish swimming among ripples. A single green lily pad is positioned in the top left corner. The composition uses white lines to suggest surface movement and white circular dabs to represent bubbles or light reflections on the water surface.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; the paint film is intact with no visible signs of aging, cracking, or fading, consistent with a very recently created work.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $250
Auction Estimate
$40 - $150
Provenance History
Likely acquired directly from the artist or a local gallery; no historical labels or auction stamps are visible on the front.
Art Historical Significance
This is a contemporary decorative piece typical of modern hobbyist or local artisan production. It follows a long tradition of Koi motifs in art, modernized through a vibrant, simplified color palette and non-traditional perspective.
Notable Features
Distinctive 'scraped' or rustic wooden frame that complements the informal style of the painting; prominent black signature and date 'Stopka 25' in the lower right corner.
Condition Issues
None visible. The canvas appears taut and the pigments remain bright.
Conservation Recommendations
Displayed under UV-protective glazing if placed in direct sunlight to prevent acrylic pigment fading; maintain stable humidity levels to prevent canvas slackening.