Young Girl with Spiral Amulet (Untitled)
Limited edition print, likely a lithograph or high-quality giclée on paper • Daniel Heleen
Style & Movement
Contemporary Realism with elements of Ethno-poetic or Visionary Art
Medium & Technique
Mechanical reproduction of a graphite or charcoal drawing; features fine-line rendering and stippling effects to mimic the texture of the original sketch.
Creation Period
2005 (as indicated by the date '05' next to the artist's signature on the plate)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 x 20 inches (estimated sight size); horizontal landscape format housed in a rectangular frame.
Subject Description
A portrait of a young girl with wild, flowing hair and large, expressive eyes. She wears a chunky necklace with a prominent spiral-shaped pendant, evoking indigenous or ancient motifs. To the right of her hair, two birds (possibly hummingbirds or swallows) are depicted mid-flight, integrated into the composition.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the print appears well-preserved under glass without visible foxing or fading, though the paper shows slight undulation.
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $250
Auction Estimate
$50 - $150
Provenance History
Likely acquired directly from the artist or a regional gallery specializing in contemporary illustrators. Part of a limited edition run of 100.
Art Historical Significance
Representational of late 20th/early 21st-century regional American illustration. It explores themes of innocence, connection to nature, and spiritual symbolism through a highly detailed, monochromatic aesthetic.
Notable Features
Hand-signed and numbered '6/100' in the lower right corner, separate from the plate signature; distinctive spiral iconography which is a recurring motif in the artist's work.
Condition Issues
Minor paper rippling within the matting; potential light-induced fading if not kept behind UV-protective glass; slight dust accumulation on the frame exterior.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the artwork is mounted using acid-free materials; keep out of direct sunlight to prevent yellowing of the paper; consider upgrading to anti-reflective, UV-filtering glass.
Collector Notes
Limited print artist DAn Heleen