The Long Goodbye
Giclée print on textured canvas, likely a reproduction of an original painting • Fabian Perez
Style & Movement
Neo-Realism / Romantic Realism with Noir influences
Medium & Technique
Pigment ink on canvas with a textured gel finish or heavy varnish to simulate oil paint texture; original technique likely oil on board/canvas using chiaroscuro and atmospheric glazing
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (Contemporary)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 36 x 24 inches; Vertical Portrait format
Subject Description
A solitary male figure in a fedora and dark suit sits at a bar, viewed from behind. He holds a cigar in one hand and a cocktail glass in the other. Behind the bar is an array of backlit bottles against a vibrant red wall, creating a moody, cinematic atmosphere reminiscent of film noir and Edward Hopper's 'Nighthawks'.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; appears well-maintained in a modern floating frame
Estimated Market Value
USD $500 - $1,500 (as a limited edition signed print); if original oil, $20,000 - $45,000
Auction Estimate
USD $300 - $800 (for print editions)
Provenance History
Likely purchased from a commercial art gallery specializing in contemporary limited editions (e.g., Whitewall Galleries or Clarendon Fine Art); private collection
Art Historical Significance
Perez is known for his 'moody' and 'nightlife' scenes that focus on cool, detached figures. His work bridges the gap between commercial illustration and fine art, evoking 1940s aesthetics within a contemporary context.
Notable Features
Heavy textural 'impasto' effect common in high-end Perez reproductions; signature in the bottom right corner in his characteristic script; high-contrast lighting (tenebrism) between the dark figure and the glowing red background.
Condition Issues
No visible cracking or fading; slight glare on the upper right indicates a high-gloss finish or glass, but the texture suggests it is an unfaced canvas print.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent UV fading of pigments; maintain stable humidity to prevent canvas warping.