The Horseman
Limited edition print (serigraph/lithograph) on paper • Jacob Lawrence (attributed style/print)
Style & Movement
Modernist / African-American Modernism / Social Realism
Medium & Technique
Screenprint or lithography using flat, opaque color fields with bold black outlines and graphic simplification
Creation Period
Late 20th century, circa 1970s-1990s
Dimensions & Format
Vertical portrait format, approximately 24 x 36 inches (framed)
Subject Description
Depicts a stylized historical figure, resembling a colonial or revolutionary-era soldier or horseman in a red coat, top hat, and breeches, holding the reins of a grey horse against a muted background with stylized vegetation.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent. The print appears clean with vibrant colors and no visible foxing, tears, or fading.
Estimated Market Value
$1,500 - $3,000
Auction Estimate
$1,000 - $2,500
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a fine art gallery or print publisher specializing in contemporary and modern print editions; standard secondary market provenance.
Art Historical Significance
Reflects the distinct narrative and visual language characteristic of mid-to-late 20th-century African-American printmaking, emphasizing history, bold abstraction, and expressive storytelling.
Notable Features
Bold use of geometric simplification, strong primary and secondary color blocking, and a visible signature and numbering in the lower margin typical of fine art print editions.
Condition Issues
None apparent from visual inspection; housed securely under glass.
Conservation Recommendations
Maintain in an environment with UV-protective glass, controlled humidity, and away from direct sunlight to prevent paper degradation and fading.