Interior with Green Tone
Original print (lithograph or screenprint) on paper, framed under glass • Signed 'J. Miller' (possibly James Miller or a contemporary printmaker of the period)
Style & Movement
New Realism / Hard-edge Realism with a focus on interior light and geometry
Medium & Technique
Color lithography or screenprinting; characterized by smooth, flat color gradations and precise geometric layering
Creation Period
1974 (based on the visible signature and date '74')
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 18 inches (visual estimate); vertical portrait orientation
Subject Description
An architectural interior study focusing on a minimalist window and floor perspective. The composition uses a moody, monochromatic green palette to explore shadows and light play within a vacant room, typical of 1970s printmaking aesthetics.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; frame shows minor edge wear and there is a visible reflection in the glass, but the print surface appears stable
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $600 USD
Auction Estimate
$200 - $400 USD
Provenance History
Likely a professional gallery or editioned series; marked 'P/A' (Prueba de Artista) or Artist's Proof, suggesting a private acquisition from the artist or an early estate sale
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of 1970s lithographic exploration into quietism and geometric abstraction within domestic spaces, reflecting the influence of artists like Edward Hopper or the Dutch interiors with a modern graphic sensibility.
Notable Features
Designated as an Artist's Proof; carries a distinct handwritten signature and date '74' in the lower right margin.
Condition Issues
Potential light fading (sun damage) typical of green pigments over time; the matting may be non-archival given the age, posing a risk of acid burn to the paper edges.
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend reframing with UV-protective museum glass and acid-free archival matting to prevent further discoloration of the paper and pigment.