Roseate Spoonbill Family
Painting on stretched linen • Kathy Corey
Style & Movement
Contemporary Wildlife / Expressionistic Realism
Medium & Technique
Oil on linen utilizing expressive brushwork, layering, and blending techniques
Creation Period
Contemporary (Late 20th to Early 21st Century)
Dimensions & Format
20 x 16 inches, vertical portrait format
Subject Description
A vibrant depiction of an adult roseate spoonbill standing watch over four fluffy, pink hatchling chicks nestled in a dense nest made of reeds and palm fronds against a backdrop of vivid blue sky and green-gold foliage.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent. The surface is stable with vibrant color retention and no visible tears, craquelure, or paint loss.
Estimated Market Value
$800 - $1,500
Auction Estimate
$500 - $1,000
Provenance History
Directly from the studio of contemporary artist Kathy Corey, held within private collections or regional art markets.
Art Historical Significance
Reflects the ongoing tradition of wildlife and avian portraiture in contemporary American art, highlighting regional coastal fauna with expressive psychological characterization.
Notable Features
Charming and anthropomorphic portrayal of maternal avian care, distinguished by the rich textural handling of the foliage and the soft, fluffy application of paint representing the downy feathers of the chicks.
Condition Issues
None apparent upon visual inspection. Standard minor dust accumulation possible on the unvarnished or lightly varnished surface.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct, prolonged sunlight to prevent fading of the pink pigments. Display in stable indoor humidity and temperature conditions, framed appropriately without direct glass contact.
Collector Notes
Key was Artist Kathy Corey oil on linen 20 x 16