Floral Gown I
Giclee Print on Canvas, wrapped and framed • Carol Robinson
Style & Movement
Contemporary Decorative Art / Fashion Illustration
Medium & Technique
Digital giclee print on canvas using archival inks; mimics watercolor and ink illustration techniques
Creation Period
Contemporary, circa 2010-2020
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 x 16 inches; Portrait orientation
Subject Description
A dress form or mannequin wearing a black structured corset bodice. The skirt of the gown is composed of oversized, soft pink peonies in a botanical style. The composition is set against a stark white background with a faint horizontal shadow at the base, blending fashion illustration with floral still life.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; appears well-preserved in a modern floater frame
Estimated Market Value
$40 - $125 USD
Auction Estimate
$20 - $50 USD
Provenance History
Likely purchased through a retail home decor outlet or art distributor (e.g., Wayfair, Art.com, or Bed Bath & Beyond), which carry this artist's licensed prints.
Art Historical Significance
Representational of the 21st-century commercial art market where traditional botanical motifs are merged with modern fashion aesthetics for interior design purposes. Carol Robinson is a prolific commercial illustrator known for licensed decorative works.
Notable Features
Features the artist's signature 'Carol Robinson' in the lower-left corner; housed in a black wood-finish floater frame which is standard for mass-market contemporary prints across various platforms.
Condition Issues
No visible issues; canvas tension appears tight and colors remain vibrant.
Conservation Recommendations
Display away from direct sunlight to prevent UV fading of the inkjet dyes; dust lightly with a dry microfiber cloth.