Almond Blossoms in a Landscape
Watercolor and gouache on paper • Alfredo Souto
Style & Movement
Late 19th / Early 20th Century Realism and Naturalism
Medium & Technique
Watercolor and gouache with delicate washes and fine detailing on textured paper
Creation Period
1902
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 8 x 10 inches, vertical portrait format
Subject Description
A close-up study of a blossoming almond tree branch in the foreground, with a soft, hazy pastoral landscape and trees stretching into the background under a light sky.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good, showing minor age-related toning, foxing spots, and light fading typical of works on paper from this period
Estimated Market Value
$800 - $1,500
Auction Estimate
$500 - $1,000
Provenance History
Acquired from a private collection, signed and dated by the artist in the lower right
Art Historical Significance
Representative of early 20th-century European plein air watercolor studies focusing on delicate botanical and landscape integration
Notable Features
Clearly signed and dated 'Alfredo Souto. 1902.' in the lower right, housed in an ornate period gilt wooden frame
Condition Issues
Faint foxing spots visible in the lower left quadrant, slight paper discoloration, and minor surface dust under the glass
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight, maintain stable humidity and temperature, and consider professional re-matting with acid-free materials if reframing