Still Life with Vases and Fruit
Mixed media painting and collage on canvas • Contemporary decorative artist, signature partially visible on the upper left
Style & Movement
Contemporary decorative art / Modern still life relief
Medium & Technique
Acrylic and mixed media texture paste on canvas, employing sculptural relief techniques with marbled patterns
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 24 x 30 inches, vertical rectangular format
Subject Description
A vertical still life composition featuring two marbled, sculptural ceramic-like vessels lying horizontally against a dark brown textured background, accompanied by a vertical stack of two red apples and two oranges on the left side
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good condition with minor surface dust and slight canvas slackness at the edges
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $300
Auction Estimate
$100 - $200
Provenance History
Studio or decorative art market origin, typical of mid-to-late career commercial studio works
Art Historical Significance
Representative of decorative commercial fine art designed for interior design markets, combining traditional still life subjects with modern textural relief techniques
Notable Features
Distinctive three-dimensional textural paste used to create the marbled vessels, contrasting with the smooth, vibrant realism of the painted fruit
Condition Issues
Slight dust accumulation on the textured relief surfaces and minor warping of the un-framed canvas edges
Conservation Recommendations
Gentle dry dusting with a soft brush, proper stretching or framing to maintain canvas tension, and display away from direct sunlight and high humidity