Abstract Still Life with Blue Background
Painting on canvas • Mid-century modernist painter, artist unknown/unidentified from visual evidence
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modernism / Abstract Expressionism / Post-Impressionist abstraction
Medium & Technique
Oil and acrylic on stretched canvas utilizing expressive brushwork, impasto, and bold planar color blocking
Creation Period
Mid to late 20th century (circa 1960s-1980s)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated medium-to-large horizontal rectangular format approximately 36 x 48 inches
Subject Description
An abstract still life composition featuring stylized vessels, fruit, and tabletop elements rendered in vibrant contrasting tones of blue, green, red, and white
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good overall condition based on visible wall-hung presentation, stable paint surface, and intact framing
Estimated Market Value
1,500 - 4,000 USD
Auction Estimate
1,000 - 3,000 USD
Provenance History
Acquired through private collection or mid-century modern gallery channels; no visible stamps or labels apparent in the image
Art Historical Significance
Reflects the widespread mid-century adoption of European modernist traditions, merging still-life iconography with expressive, non-naturalistic color palettes
Notable Features
Strong chromatic contrast featuring deep cobalt blues contrasted against vivid greens and warm terracotta accents in a classic mid-century frame
Condition Issues
Potential surface dust accumulation and minor canvas slackness typical of unfixed or older stretcher frames, requiring in-person inspection
Conservation Recommendations
Surface cleaning by a professional conservator, maintenance of stable indoor relative humidity (45-55%), and indirect lighting