The Meeting (after Laurence Stephen Lowry)
Print on paper, likely a commercially produced lithograph or reproduction print • After L.S. Lowry (Laurence Stephen Lowry, 1887-1976). Printed signature dated 1961 in the lower left corner.
Style & Movement
British Modernism / Naive Art / Northern Industrial Realism
Medium & Technique
Color offset lithography or commercial printing process; the image depicts original oil-on-canvas brushwork from the source painting
Creation Period
Mid-to-late 20th century (reproduced from the 1961 original painting)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 20 x 25 cm (image size), landscape format
Subject Description
A characteristic street scene featuring stylized 'matchstick' figures and a dog against a pale, industrial urban backdrop. The composition focuses on a focal group of pedestrians in a public square.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair/Good. The print shows signs of minor fading and is mounted in an aged, slightly damaged commercial frame.
Estimated Market Value
$30 - $80 USD
Auction Estimate
$20 - $50 USD
Provenance History
Likely a household decor item or a gallery shop purchase from the 1960s-1980s. No specific provenance labels are visible.
Art Historical Significance
The original 1961 painting is highly significant as a representation of post-war British life, but this reproduction serves as a cultural artifact showing the widespread popularity of Lowry's aesthetic.
Notable Features
Includes a printed facsimile signature and date (L.S. Lowry 1961) in the bottom left. The frame appears to be of the period, featuring a beaded gilt inner border.
Condition Issues
Visible chip/loss in the lower section of the wooden frame. Potential UV fading of the pigments over time. The mounting may not be acid-free.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the print is kept out of direct sunlight to prevent further fading. Consider re-framing with UV-protective glass and acid-free matting if preservation is desired.