Winter Gathering
Limited edition print on paper • John Weiss
Style & Movement
Contemporary realism / Wildlife and pastoral art
Medium & Technique
Offset lithograph or giclee print with pencil signature and numbering
Creation Period
Late 20th century, circa 1980s-1990s
Dimensions & Format
Horizontal rectangular format, approximately 24 x 36 inches including the mat and frame
Subject Description
A pastoral winter scene depicting a black and white herding dog, possibly a Shetland Sheepdog or Collie, facing a small flock of sheep in a snow-covered field enclosed by a wire fence during a gentle snowfall.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good / Very Good. The print appears well-preserved under glass with clean margins and visible pencil markings.
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $300
Auction Estimate
$75 - $150
Provenance History
Acquired on the secondary art market or directly from a gallery specializing in wildlife and pastoral limited edition prints.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of popular contemporary American wildlife and pastoral print culture, which found a broad collector base through limited edition print publishing in the late 20th century.
Notable Features
Hand-signed in pencil by the artist in the lower right corner, along with the limited edition number '339/950'. Professionally matted with a double mat and housed in a dark molded wooden frame.
Condition Issues
No major visible condition issues noted; minor dust on the frame surface.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the paper and pigments. Maintain stable indoor humidity and temperature.