Sedona Red Rock Landscape
Print, Serigraph (Silkscreen) • Buddy Chew (American, b. 1953)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Southwestern Art / Graphic Realism. The style is characterized by saturated color palettes and hard-edge transitions typical of 20th-century commercial-industrial printing techniques adapted for fine art.
Medium & Technique
Screen printing using multiple color plates on heavy wove art paper. The technique employs flat planes of color and graphic layering to create topographical depth.
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (c. 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches (image size); Horizontal Landscape format.
Subject Description
Composition depicting the distinctive red rock formations of Sedona, Arizona, likely Cathedral Rock. The work uses high-contrast lighting to accentuate the geological features against a turbulent, multi-tonal sky reflected in the shadows of the mesas. It captures the 'Golden Hour' lighting characteristic of the American Southwest.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good. The print appears well-preserved within the frame, though there is visible reflection and glare from the glass making a full assessment difficult.
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $600 USD
Auction Estimate
$200 - $450 USD
Provenance History
Numbered 26/300 in the lower left margin, indicating it is an early pull from a limited edition series. Signed 'Buddy Chew' in pencil lower right. Likely purchased through a southwestern gallery or specialized print publisher.
Art Historical Significance
Buddy Chew is known for his vibrant, graphic interpretations of the American West. This piece represents the late 20th-century trend of elevated Southwestern decor, where traditional landscape subjects were reinterpreted through modern, high-intensity color palettes and printmaking techniques.
Notable Features
Includes a distinctive embossed blindstamp/chop mark in the lower left corner (reading 'VISION'), identifying the publisher or print studio. Limited edition numbering 26/300 and hand-signature in graphite.
Condition Issues
Possible minor undulation of the paper due to humidity or mounting method; reflection on glass obscures fine details of the paper surface; potential light fading depending on display history and glass type.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the artwork is mounted using acid-free materials. If not currently present, UV-protective glazing (Museum Glass) is recommended to prevent the fading of the fugitive red pigments. Avoid hanging in direct sunlight.