Shadows-on-the-Teche
Limited Edition Print / Lithograph on paper • Likely after a work by a Southern Regionalist landscape artist; resembles the style of commercial topographical painters
Style & Movement
Contemporary Realism / Southern Regionalism
Medium & Technique
Offset lithography or high-quality photographic print technique, based on a landscape painting or photographic source
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1980–1995)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 20 x 28 inches (image area); Landscape format, matted and framed
Subject Description
A view of the historic 'Shadows-on-the-Teche' plantation house in New Iberia, Louisiana. The composition features the classic antebellum brick manor framed by live oak trees draped in Spanish moss, with a lush garden pathway leading toward the white-columned portico.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Very Good; the image appears clear with no major fading, though some slight acid burn from the mounting may be present
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $300
Auction Estimate
$50 - $150
Provenance History
Likely purchased as part of a limited edition series from a gallery or a museum gift shop affiliated with the National Trust for Historic Preservation; private collection
Art Historical Significance
Represents the popular 20th-century interest in historic preservation and the romanticization of the Southern Gothic aesthetic. Shadows-on-the-Teche is a National Historic Landmark, and this print serves as a cultural record of its preservation state.
Notable Features
Includes a title inscription at the bottom center ('Shadows on the Teche') and likely a limited edition number or artist signature in the lower margin.
Condition Issues
Possible mat staining on the edges; minor frame scuffs; potential light-induced fading if not kept under UV-protective glass.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the use of acid-free matting and backing. Keep away from direct sunlight and environmental fluctuations to prevent paper yellowing.