Hedgerow (likely a portion of 'The Hedgerow')
Lithographic print on paper (mechanically reproduced) • After Andrew Wyeth (American, 1917–2009)
Style & Movement
Regionalism / American Realism
Medium & Technique
Offset lithography; a commercial printing process replicating a watercolor or tempera original
Creation Period
Late 20th century (circa 1970-1990)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 18 x 24 inches (visible area), horizontal landscape format
Subject Description
A lone equestrian figure on a dark horse moving through a wintry, snow-dusted landscape. The composition features a dense line of bare, skeletal trees (the hedgerow) against a pale, atmospheric sky with a distinct yellow horizon band. The scene evokes solitude and the quietude of rural Pennsylvania or Maine.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; visible surface reflections suggest it is behind glass, but a prominent light flare/reflection is present in the center. Potential fading of pigments (particularly blues/blacks) based on the brownish-gray palette.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $100 USD
Provenance History
Likely a mass-produced open edition or limited edition print sold via galleries or museum gift shops; no specific labels visible in the crop.
Art Historical Significance
Andrew Wyeth is a seminal figure in 20th-century American art. While this is a reproduction, the original work exemplifies his 'drybrush' technique and his focus on the melancholic beauty of the American Northeast. This print represents the popularization of Wyeth's work in middle-class American homes.
Notable Features
Features Wyeth's characteristic stark tree silhouettes and muted 'earth tone' palette. The title 'Hedgerow' typically refers to the vegetation line serving as a boundary in his Chadds Ford works.
Condition Issues
The image shows a significant yellow/white light flare from photography. Possible light-strike/UV damage characteristic of late 20th-century prints causing a color shift toward warmer tones.
Conservation Recommendations
Protect from direct sunlight to prevent further fading. If reframed, use acid-free matting and UV-protective acrylic or glass. Store in a climate-controlled environment (50% RH).
Collector Notes
This is one half of a print labeled Hedgerow