Three Portraits of Women (Tryptych-style arrangement)
Original Serigraphs (Limited Edition Prints) on Paper • Patrick Nagel (Manner of/Follower of)
Style & Movement
Post-Modernism / Art Deco Revival (Nagel-esque)
Medium & Technique
Hand-pulled silkscreen/serigraphy featuring flat planes of color and metallic accents
Creation Period
Circa 1980s-1990s
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches each; Portrait orientation
Subject Description
Stylized graphic portraits of fashionable women featuring minimalist facial features, sharp angular lines, and high-contrast color palettes. Subjects include a woman in zebra print, one in equestrian attire, and another with a cheetah.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; frames appear intact and colors remain vibrant
Estimated Market Value
$1,500 - $3,500 for the set (if hand-signed edition)
Auction Estimate
$800 - $2,000 for the set
Provenance History
Residential collection; likely acquired from a commercial art gallery in the late 20th century
Art Historical Significance
Reflects the dominant 1980s aesthetic popularized by Patrick Nagel through Playboy and Duran Duran cover art, symbolizing the intersection of fashion, illustration, and fine art during the late 20th century.
Notable Features
Distinctive '80s graphic style characterized by alabaster skin tones, bold makeup, and sleek synthetic backgrounds.
Condition Issues
Possible light fading if exposed to UV; minor dust accumulation; frames show standard age wear.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the use of UV-protective glass and acid-free matting to prevent paper discoloration and ink fading given the high-hanging position near windows.