Tango Romance
Mixed media print or original painting on paper • Jennifer Garant
Style & Movement
Contemporary Folk Art / Quirky Figurative Art
Medium & Technique
Acrylic and watercolor with ink on paper, executed in a graphic, illustrative technique
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (circa 1990s-2010s)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 8 x 10 inches visual area within matting, rectangular landscape format
Subject Description
A whimsical depiction of a stout couple dancing the tango. The female figure is dipped dramatically backward, wearing a spotted orange-brown dress and red high heels, while her partner in a suit supports her. They are set against a vibrant red background with subtle fleur-de-lis motifs and a black and white checkered floor.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The artwork appears clean with bright colors, well-preserved under glass within a simple black frame and white mat.
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $300
Auction Estimate
$100 - $200
Provenance History
Acquired from the secondary market or a gallery featuring Jennifer Garant's widely collected whimsical art prints and originals.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of Jennifer Garant's popular commercial and fine art style, known for humorous, voluptuous figures and vibrant culinary, musical, and dance themes.
Notable Features
Features the distinctive signature 'J. Garant' in the lower right corner, stylized voluptuous proportions of the figures, and the recurring motif of red high heels and checkered flooring.
Condition Issues
None readily apparent from the visual inspection; protected behind glazing.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the vibrant red and orange pigments. Standard archival framing is already in place.
Collector Notes
Jennifer Garant