Death of a Flower
Limited edition print (likely a lithograph or serigraph) on paper • Rosado (Signed lower right; potentially Juan Rosado or a similar regional modern artist)
Style & Movement
Abstract Expressionism / Mid-Century Modernism
Medium & Technique
Ink on paper, utilizing abstract expressionist techniques including gestural brushwork, splattering, and color blocking.
Creation Period
Late 20th century (circa 1970s–1980s)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 18 x 24 inches (image size); vertical portrait orientation.
Subject Description
A stylized, semi-abstract floral composition featuring four flower heads in red and orange on tall, dark, thorny stalks. The imagery uses jagged lines and 'spattered' paint effects to convey a sense of fragility or decay, consistent with the title 'Death of a Flower.'
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good. The print appears well-preserved under glass, though there is slight toning consistent with the age of the paper.
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $400 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $250 USD
Provenance History
Numbered '92/175' in the lower left, indicating it was part of a limited edition run sold through commercial galleries or print publishers.
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of late 20th-century decorative modernism. It reflects the popularization of abstract gestural styles for residential and commercial interiors during the 1970s.
Notable Features
Hand-signed by the artist in the lower right; hand-numbered 92/175 in the lower left; features the handwritten title 'Death of a Flower' inscribed in the lower center margin.
Condition Issues
Visible minor yellowing/mat burn around the edges of the paper; slight fading of the orange pigments may be present due to UV exposure.
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend reframing with acid-free archival matting and UV-protective museum glass to prevent further toning and pigment degradation.