Sagittarius
Limited edition print (serigraph / lithograph) on heavy art paper • Attributed to Erté (Romain de Tirtoff) or a contemporary fantasy/astrological print artist of the late 20th century
Style & Movement
Fantasy Art / Astrological Illustration / Art Deco Revival
Medium & Technique
Color printmaking technique, likely serigraph (silkscreen) with potential metallic foil or hand-accented elements, featuring flat areas of color, stippling, and fine line work
Creation Period
Late 20th century, circa 1970s - 1990s
Dimensions & Format
Vertical rectangular format, approximately 24 x 36 inches (including margins with pencil markings)
Subject Description
A surreal astrological composition featuring a central figure draped in a star-patterned blue cape, walking through a mystical landscape towards standing stones. Above, the constellation Sagittarius is depicted as a celestial centaur aiming a bow and arrow amidst cosmic nebulae and stars. The foreground shows flames and a path leading toward a mountain peak pierced by a sword.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The sheet appears clean with vibrant colors and minimal handling wear visible in the margins, though it remains unexamined outside of the frame/mat board.
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $800
Auction Estimate
$200 - $500
Provenance History
Numbered edition indicating commercial art market distribution through fine art galleries specializing in prints and multiples during the late 20th century
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the popular commercial fantasy and astrological art prints that gained widespread appeal in galleries and collector markets during the late 20th century
Notable Features
Includes a visible pencil signature in the lower right margin and an edition numbering notation (fraction) in the lower left/center margin
Condition Issues
Minor potential light toning in the paper margins and possible slight fading if exposed to direct sunlight over time
Conservation Recommendations
Framing with acid-free matting and UV-filtering protective glass to prevent future fading of the vibrant pigments