Tropical Reef Study
Mixed media painting on textured paper mounted to canvas or board • Lynn Perry (signature visible in the lower right corner)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Decorative Realism / Nautical Folk Art
Medium & Technique
Watercolor or translucent acrylics combined with collage elements, possibly featuring handmade deckled-edge paper and mesh fabric layers for texture
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (c. 1990-2020)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 x 36 inches; horizontal panoramic landscape format
Subject Description
A horizontal panoramic composition of a coral reef featuring various tropical fish including a clownfish and a butterflyfish. The scene includes stylized seaweed and coral, utilizing a layered, tactile aesthetic.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; the work appears stable but shows some minor sagging or rippling inherent to the heavy paper medium.
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $400 USD
Auction Estimate
$75 - $200 USD
Provenance History
Likely a contemporary purchase from a gallery, local art fair, or interior design boutique; no official stamps or labels are visible in the photograph.
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of regional contemporary decorative art focusing on marine life. While not part of a major historical movement, it reflects the popularity of mixed-media texture in late-century interior aesthetics.
Notable Features
Distinctive use of frayed-edge paper layers and mesh-like fabric to create a three-dimensional effect in the reef environment; clear artist signature 'Lynn Perry'.
Condition Issues
Potential moisture exposure due to placement in a bathroom; possible minor paper buckling and surface dust accumulation.
Conservation Recommendations
Relocate to a climate-controlled environment away from high humidity (bathrooms); frame under UV-protective glazing using acid-free mounting to prevent further paper degradation.