Landscape with Olive Tree and Red Poppies
Limited edition print on paper • Attributed to G. MacKnight (signature appears as G. MacKnight)
Style & Movement
Contemporary decorative landscape art with Impressionistic influences
Medium & Technique
Color lithography or serigraphy with pencil signature and numbering
Creation Period
Late 20th century, likely 1980s-1990s
Dimensions & Format
Estimated plate size approximately 24 x 30 inches, framed dimensions approximately 34 x 40 inches, landscape format
Subject Description
A pastoral landscape featuring a large, gnarled olive tree in the foreground on the left, casting a dark canopy over tall grasses and a vibrant field. Two bright red poppy flowers stand out prominently in the lower middle right foreground. In the background, a row of autumnal trees lines a distant horizon under a pale sky.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The print appears clean with vibrant colors and no obvious major fading or paper degradation.
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $600
Auction Estimate
$200 - $400
Provenance History
Acquired through the secondary art market or gallery distribution, professionally custom framed with double matting.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of popular contemporary decorative prints produced for the commercial art market, emphasizing tranquil pastoral themes and accessible aesthetic appeal.
Notable Features
Numbered edition in the lower left corner and pencil signature in the lower right corner, complemented by a sophisticated dark matting and ornate gold-toned frame.
Condition Issues
None visible from the photograph; unexamined outside of the frame.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the red pigments and paper yellowing. Maintain stable indoor humidity levels.