Seated Woman at a Harbour (after Itzchak Tarkay)
Print on paper, likely a serigraph or lithograph • Itzchak Tarkay (Israeli, 1935–2012)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Decorative Art / Figuative Expressionism with influences from Fauvism (Matisse) and Post-Impressionism (Toulouse-Lautrec).
Medium & Technique
Serigraphy (silkscreen) or high-quality offset lithography using rich, saturated pigments to mimic the artist's original watercolor and acrylic layers.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century to early 21st Century (circa 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 30 x 40 inches in a landscape orientation (estimated including matting).
Subject Description
A stylish woman is seated at a table with a floral vase, set against a backdrop of a harbor with sailboats and a diamond-patterned fence. The composition uses bold, flat areas of color and heavy contouring to evoke a sense of quiet leisure and bohemian elegance.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Very Good; the pigments appear vibrant, though there is potential light toning to the paper margins.
Estimated Market Value
$600 - $1,200 (for a signed, numbered limited edition print)
Auction Estimate
$300 - $700
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a commercial gallery (such as Park West Gallery) or a high-end cruise ship auction, which were primary distribution channels for Tarkay's editions.
Art Historical Significance
Tarkay was a leading figure in the modern figurative movement, known for his 'cafe scene' aesthetics. This work is significant for its synthesis of European modernism with late-20th-century commercial decorative appeal.
Notable Features
Numbered 'E.A.' (Épreuve d'artiste) or a Fraction in the lower left corner and a signature in the lower right. The ornate gilded frame is typical of 'Park West' style presentations.
Condition Issues
Possible minor undulation of the paper under the glass and slight fading of the orange/yellow tones if exposed to direct UV light.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the work is mounted with acid-free materials and protected by UV-filtering acrylic or glass. Keep away from high humidity and direct sunlight.