Cast Netting (or similar title from the coastal series)
Print on paper, likely a limited edition lithograph or giclee • Danny Lyon (Note: The signature in the lower right 'Danny...' matches the style of the Southern regionalist painter Danny Lyon)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Realism / Southern Regionalism
Medium & Technique
Offset lithography or giclee on heavy archival paper; original based on an oil painting
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (c. 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches (image size), large landscape format within custom framing
Subject Description
A narrative scene depicting two African American men in a small wooden boat on a Southern waterway (likely South Carolina or Georgia Lowcountry). One man steers or steadies the boat with a pole while the other is prepared to throw a cast net. The background features lush palmettos and Southern flora, capturing a traditional coastal lifestyle.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; housed under glass with professional matting
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $450 (for a signed limited edition print)
Auction Estimate
$100 - $300
Provenance History
Likely purchased through a gallery specializing in Southern art or coastal genre scenes; no specific labels visible in photo
Art Historical Significance
Representative of contemporary efforts to document and preserve the visual heritage of Gullah-Geechee culture and traditional Southern fishing methods. Danny Lyon is known for his atmospheric depictions of coastal life and historical narratives of the American South.
Notable Features
Hand-signed by the artist in the lower right margin; includes a printed title in the lower center margin; distinctive double-matting in forest green and burgundy.
Condition Issues
Possible light fading due to UV exposure (suggested by room window reflection), minor frame abrasions, but otherwise appears stable within the mount.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the use of UV-protective glass if displayed near windows; maintain a stable humidity environment to prevent paper rippling; ensure acid-free matting is used.