Lion Mascaron with Garden Urn and Peace Lilies
Mass-produced decorative print on paper with ornate composite framing • Commercial design studio for Bassett Fine Art / Bassett Furniture Industries
Style & Movement
Neoclassical Revival / Tuscan Traditional Decorative Art
Medium & Technique
Offset lithography or high-quality digital printing with faux-aged sepia tones
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (c. 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 30 inches including frame; Vertical Portrait orientation
Subject Description
A classical composition featuring a stone lion head mascaron (fountain head style) floating above a footed garden urn containing peace lilies and spider plants, framed by architectural rosettes and trailing ivy.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; slight fading characteristic of light-exposed prints, some minor dust accumulation inside the glazing.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $75 USD
Provenance History
Likely originally purchased from a Bassett Furniture showroom or a similar high-end home decor retailer.
Art Historical Significance
Negligible. This is a decorative lifestyle object designed for home interiors rather than an original work of art by a listed fine artist. It reflects the American 'Tuscan' home decor trend of the late 90s.
Notable Features
Features a high-quality ornate gold-leafed plastic or composite frame and a deep-beveled matting consistent with Bassett Fine Art branding.
Condition Issues
Surface grime on glass; potential minor acid-burn from non-archival matboard backing; slight tonal fading.
Conservation Recommendations
Clean glazing with non-ammonia glass cleaner; display away from direct sunlight to prevent further fading of the sepia pigments.
Collector Notes
Bassett fine art