Magnolia
Mass-produced decorative print on paper under glass with triple matting • Anonymous commercial designer; likely produced for the home decor/retail market
Style & Movement
Contemporary Traditional / Shabby Chic / Transitional Home Decor
Medium & Technique
Offset lithography with simulated texture/crackelure background and pre-printed 'Magnolia' label
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (circa 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12x14 inches visible print; 20x22 inches framed; square-rectangular portrait format
Subject Description
A botanical study of a white magnolia blossom with green leaves set against a distressed, faux-aged cream background. Features a printed 'MAGNOLIA' tag at the bottom.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good (visible surface scuffing on the frame and dust under the glass; thrift store pricing labels applied to the frame)
Estimated Market Value
$10 - $25
Auction Estimate
$5 - $15 (likely below auction minimums; better suited for secondary retail or yard sale market)
Provenance History
Formerly owned by a retail consumer; subsequently donated to CommunityAid thrift store as indicated by the $8.99 price sticker
Art Historical Significance
Negligible; this is a commercial decorative accessory intended for residential interior design rather than a collectible piece of fine art
Notable Features
Includes a distinctive rope-trim gilded inner border on the frame and a pre-printed monogram logo 'CB' in a small red square on the bottom left
Condition Issues
Minor dings and paint loss on the cream wooden/composite frame; adhesive residue from price stickers; likely fading of pigments if exposed to UV light
Conservation Recommendations
No professional conservation recommended due to low replacement cost; clean glass with ammonia-free solution and avoid direct sunlight