Summer Fields
Work on paper, likely a pastel or localized print • American Regionalist School, likely a contemporary landscape artist
Style & Movement
Contemporary Realism with Impressionist influences
Medium & Technique
Soft pastel on paper or high-quality lithograph. The technique involves soft blending for the sky and stippled or layered applications of color to define the grass and foliage.
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (c. 1985-2015)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 20 x 24 inches (image); square-adjacent landscape format in a large square frame.
Subject Description
A serene rural landscape featuring a bright green meadow in the foreground, a golden wheat or dry grass field in the middle ground, and a line of trees under a blue sky with soft white clouds. The composition uses horizontal bands to create depth and a sense of tranquility.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the colors appear vibrant, though there is potential slight yellowing of the matting.
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $850 (depending on if it is an original pastel or a limited edition print)
Auction Estimate
$200 - $500
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a commercial gallery or art fair; no visible labels are present on the front to indicate specific auction or museum history.
Art Historical Significance
The piece follows the tradition of American pastoral landscape painting, emphasizing the light and color of the natural world without human figures, characteristic of late 20th-century decorative fine art.
Notable Features
Distinctive use of vibrant chartreuse and yellow ochre to create a high-contrast transition between fields; framed in a minimalist white gallery-style frame.
Condition Issues
Minor debris under the glass; slight discoloration on the outer edges of the matting; potential light fading if exposed to UV for long periods.
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend reframing with acid-free archival matting and UV-protective museum glass. Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent pigment fading.