Coastal Marsh Landscape
Contemporary color photograph, matted print • Kathleen M. Burke
Style & Movement
Contemporary Realism / Landscape Photography
Medium & Technique
Color digital or film photography, likely an inkjet or C-print on photographic paper
Creation Period
Circa late 20th to early 21st century (Contemporary)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8x10 or 11x14 inches in a landscape format
Subject Description
A scenic coastal or marshland landscape featuring a silhouetted live oak tree with Spanish moss in the foreground against a body of water and a distant treeline under a blue sky.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; print appears intact, though the protective plastic sleeve is wrinkled and shows surface wear
Estimated Market Value
$25 - $75
Auction Estimate
$10 - $30
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a local art fair, gallery, or charity sale as indicated by the price sticker and artist's signature on the mat
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of regional contemporary nature photography, focusing on the atmospheric beauty of coastal wetlands typical of the Southeastern United States.
Notable Features
Hand-signed by the artist 'Kathleen M. Burke' on the lower left of the white matting; original price tag visible on the corner of the packaging
Condition Issues
Potential minor curling or fading if exposed to UV; current plastic wrapping is scuffed and shows a small orange price sticker
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure framing with UV-protective glass and acid-free archival materials to prevent fading and discoloration of the paper and mat