Sunset Silhouette
Painting on small-format stretched canvas • J. Richter (signed lower right)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Folk Art / Amateur Expressionism
Medium & Technique
Acrylic on canvas; utilizing wet-on-wet blending for the sky and flat silhouettes for the foreground
Creation Period
2021 (dated lower right)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 4 x 8 inches; horizontal panoramic format
Subject Description
A landscape composition featuring a vibrant sunset with gradients of purple, magenta, and red. A yellow-orange sun is partially obscured by haze. The foreground consists of a solid black silhouette of a tree line or mountainous ridge.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; showing minor surface dust and typical texture of student-grade canvas
Estimated Market Value
$25 - $75 USD
Auction Estimate
$20 - $50 USD
Provenance History
Likely held in a private collection; created by a local or hobbyist artist as evidenced by the style and signature
Art Historical Significance
Representational of the 21st-century 'Paint and Sip' or hobbyist art movement, showcasing the accessibility of acrylic mediums for personal expression
Notable Features
Bold silver-tone signature and date 'G Richter 2021' or 'J Richter 2021' in the lower right foreground
Condition Issues
Slightly uneven paint application on the edges; minor edge wear common with unframed canvases
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend framing to protect the canvas edges and display under UV-filtered light to prevent pigment fading