Reclining Nude
Drawing / Limited Edition Print (Screenprint or Lithograph) on paper • Signed 'Lee Burr' (also known as Burr Lee or Leland Burr); a prolific 20th-century decorative artist associated with Vanguard Studios.
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern / Decorative Line Art, influenced by Matisse's and Picasso's minimalist contour drawings.
Medium & Technique
Ink on paper (original) or screenprint on paper (reproduction), utilizing minimalist line work and contour drawing techniques.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century, specifically 1992 (based on date next to signature)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches (including frame); Landscape format.
Subject Description
A minimalist, single-line-style study of a reclining female nude seen from behind. The composition focuses on the fluid curves of the back, hip, and legs.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; visible yellowing/toning of the paper which suggests acid damage from non-archival backing.
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $350
Auction Estimate
$100 - $250
Provenance History
Inherited from a private estate; likely originally purchased through high-end commercial furniture galleries or decor outlets in the late 20th century.
Art Historical Significance
Lee Burr was highly influential in bringing stylized modernism to the American middle-class interior through Vanguard Studios. While commercial in nature, his work is a touchstone of 1960s-1990s interior design history.
Notable Features
Features the artist's characteristic fluid signature and the date '1992' in the lower right corner, with the title 'Nude' inscribed in the lower left.
Condition Issues
Generalized paper oxidation (browning), slight rippling of the paper, and potential UV fading from display in natural light.
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend replacing the current mat and backing with acid-free archival materials and installing UV-protective glass to prevent further darkening.
Collector Notes
We inherited it from a gentleman who just passed away