Seascape with Dhow
Limited edition print on paper • Attributed to Lanier Graham (based on signature style and thematic content)
Style & Movement
Modern Impressionism / Decorative Lyrical Abstraction
Medium & Technique
Lithograph or serigraph utilizing color gradation and soft-focus atmospheric layering
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1970s-1980s)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 18 x 24 inches (image size); horizontal landscape format
Subject Description
A minimalist maritime scene featuring a traditional dhow sailing vessel on calm, misty waters. The composition uses a high horizon line and dominant negative space to evoke a sense of tranquility and vastness, with subtle silhouettes of a city or shoreline in the background.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good (some visible oxidation and potential light fading)
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $400 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $250 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired via a commercial gallery or art publisher; features a hand-written edition number on the lower left and a signature on the lower right
Art Historical Significance
Represents the late 20th-century trend of 'Tonalist' revival in printmaking, focusing on atmospheric perspective and mood rather than detail. Lanier Graham’s work often bridges the gap between commercial decorative art and expressive fine art lithography.
Notable Features
Signature in pencil on lower right; edition numbering (e.g., 6/1500) indicating a large but managed professional print run.
Condition Issues
Visible foxing or moisture spots in the upper center of the image area; slight yellowing of the paper suggest acid migration from non-archival matting.
Conservation Recommendations
Acid-free re-matting and framing with UV-protective glass; professional cleaning to address surface spots if they are fungal (foxing).
Collector Notes
Lanier?