Still Life with Wine Bottle, Glass, and Cork
Painting on paper • P. Dunn (Modern contemporary school)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Illustrative Figuration / Post-Impressionist influence
Medium & Technique
Watercolor on paper; techniques include wet-on-dry layering, lifting for highlights, and visible grid-like brushwork in the background reminiscent of Post-Impressionist mosaic styles.
Creation Period
2003 (as indicated by the '03' suffix in the signature)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 x 16 inches (visible art); vertical portrait format.
Subject Description
A classic still life composition featuring a tall green wine bottle with a white and red label, a glass partially filled with red wine, an empty glass lying on its side, and a cork. The objects rest on a light blue floral printed tablecloth against a warm, gold-toned tiled or hatched background. The work explores light through glass and the interplay of warm and cool tones.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the work appears well-preserved within its matting, showing vibrant colors and no immediate evidence of foxing or water damage from the photograph.
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $350 USD
Auction Estimate
$50 - $150 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired directly from the artist or through a local gallery/regional art fair; signed 'P. DUNN '03' in the lower right corner.
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of early 21st-century decorative still life painting. While not by a major auction-record artist, it demonstrates a competent handle on watercolor transparency and color theory, reflecting the enduring legacy of the still life genre.
Notable Features
Distinctive tiled background technique that creates a sense of texture and light vibration; specific signature 'P. DUNN' followed by the year '03' in the lower right corner.
Condition Issues
None visible in the image; however, the paper may be subject to inherent acidity if the matting is not museum-grade. Slight buckling of the paper edges is common in watercolor works.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the artwork is framed behind UV-protective glass to prevent fading of watercolor pigments. Use acid-free, archival matting and avoid hanging in direct sunlight or high-humidity areas.
Collector Notes
P Dunn