Earthy Landscape (likely a part of the 'Landscape' or regional series)
Print; limited edition etching and aquatint on Arches-style woven paper • Luigi Corbellini (1901–1968) or a contemporary printmaker of the 'Cove' or 'Core' signature studio; the signature appears to be 'Core' or 'Corbe'.
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modernist Landscape / Lyrical Abstraction
Medium & Technique
Color etching and aquatint with possible drypoint. The technique involves multiple plates for different color layers (ochre, rose, and sienna) with fine line work used to define trees and foliage.
Creation Period
Circa 1970s - early 1980s
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 22 x 30 inches (standard full sheet); Landscape orientation with generous plate margins.
Subject Description
A semi-abstracted rolling landscape featuring a line of stylized trees along a ridge or path. The composition uses a palette of muted earthy tones, soft pinks, and yellows. The perspective is slightly elevated, looking across a valley or hillside, evoking a sense of tranquil morning or evening light through atmospheric color fields.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good. The print exhibits some signs of age-related wear common in unframed works on paper.
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $600 USD
Auction Estimate
$200 - $450 USD
Provenance History
Numbered 95/150 in the right margin, indicating a mid-sized limited edition. No specific gallery or institution labels are visible, suggesting private collection history.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the post-war European and American interest in flat, graphic landscapes that prioritize mood and color over realistic representation. The work sits at the intersection of traditional printmaking and high-modernist abstraction.
Notable Features
Features a distinctive handwritten signature 'Core' in the lower right and edition numbering '95/150'. The paper has an embossed border (plate mark) characteristic of hand-pulled metal plate etchings.
Condition Issues
Visible light foxing and yellowing (mat burn) along the edges of the paper. Minor deckling on the edges of the sheet. Likely atmospheric acidity has affected the margins.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional cleaning/deacidification by a paper conservator recommended to treat foxing. Should be framed using acid-free, archival materials and UV-protective glass. Keep away from direct sunlight.