Frozen in Time
Limited edition print onto canvas but likely a hand-embellished giclée • Howard Behrens
Style & Movement
Contemporary Romantic Impressionism
Medium & Technique
High-quality archival inks on canvas, featuring hand-applied impasto or acrylic gel highlights for texture
Creation Period
Circa 2010-2020
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 30 x 40 inches in a vertical (portrait) format; part of a limited edition of 450 (indicated by 178/450 numbering).
Subject Description
A vibrant coastal seascape at sunset or dawn, featuring dramatic, swirling clouds in hues of fiery red, pink, and deep blue. Shafts of light pierce the atmosphere through a central cloud break, illuminating a tropical shoreline with palm trees and calm ocean waters. The composition uses a high horizon line and focuses heavily on the atmospheric drama of the sky.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; image appears pristine with deep color saturation and no visible surface abrasions.
Estimated Market Value
$1,500 - $3,000 (Retail/Gallery pricing)
Auction Estimate
$500 - $1,200
Provenance History
Likely originally acquired through Park West Gallery (as indicated by the website banner); currently in a private collection.
Art Historical Significance
Howard Behrens is known as a master of the palette knife, and while this is a print, it represents his signature style of translating Mediterranean and coastal vistas into energetic, coloristic expressions. He is a primary figure in modern commercial impressionism.
Notable Features
Hand-signed signature in the lower left corner; edition numbering '178/450' in the lower right; significant use of 'palette knife' style mimicking texture even in the print medium.
Condition Issues
No visible structural issues; typical minor frame rubbing may exist depending on the mounting, but the canvas face appears sound.
Conservation Recommendations
Display away from direct UV sunlight to prevent ink fading. Periodic dusting with a soft brush; ensure stable humidity to prevent canvas slackening.