Hummingbird and Pink Flowers
Original painting on paper, matted and framed • Joy Barnes
Style & Movement
Contemporary Realism / Natural History Illustration
Medium & Technique
Gouache or acrylic on paper; utilizes a combination of opaque layering and finer brushwork for the plumage and floral details over a pale blue wash background
Creation Period
2023 (signed and dated by the artist)
Dimensions & Format
Landscape format; estimated sight size approximately 8x10 inches, framed size approximately 11x14 inches
Subject Description
The composition features a green and brown hummingbird in mid-flight approaching a sprig of pink floral blossoms on the right. The background is a soft, atmospheric pale blue representing the sky. The narrative focuses on the delicate relationship between fauna and flora, capturing a fleeting moment in nature.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; the artwork appears recently completed and is well-protected behind glass and within a secure frame
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $350 USD
Auction Estimate
$50 - $150 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired directly from the artist or a local contemporary art venue; current owner is the primary holder of the 2023 work
Art Historical Significance
A personal, contemporary work within the long tradition of avian illustration. It represents the 21st-century continuation of the 'Nature Study' genre often seen in community art and regional galleries.
Notable Features
Distinctively signed and dated 'Joy Barnes 2023' in the lower right corner; features a clean, professional double-matting and a wood-textured contemporary frame
Condition Issues
No visible issues; the paper appears flat with no foxing or warping, and the pigment saturation is preserved by the glazing
Conservation Recommendations
Maintain display in a climate-controlled environment away from direct UV sunlight to prevent fading of the pigments; consider upgrading to UV-protective glass if not already present