Tiger Lilies
Painting on panel • A.M. Cintron
Style & Movement
Contemporary Botanical Realism / Illustration
Medium & Technique
Acrylic (or possibly oil) on board. The technique involves precise, illustrative brushwork with smooth blending on a flat, matte-black background to create high contrast.
Creation Period
1983 (as indicated by the signature date)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 20 x 24 inches; square format on a rigid support.
Subject Description
A vertical composition depicting a stem of orange tiger lilies (Lilium lancifolium) against a solid black void. The blooms feature characteristic dark spots and recurved petals. Visible water droplets (guttation or dew) are rendered on several petals and leaves, adding a sense of hyper-realism.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good. There is visible surface scuffing, white particulate matter (dust or paint splatter), and a notable dent/pressure mark on the right-middle side of the panel.
Estimated Market Value
$200 - $550 USD
Auction Estimate
$150 - $400 USD
Provenance History
Likely a private collection. The work is signed 'A.M. Cintron 83' in the lower right corner. No secondary gallery labels or stamps are visible on the front.
Art Historical Significance
Representational of late 20th-century botanical art that emphasizes dramatic lighting and isolation of the subject from its environment. It follows the tradition of scientific illustration but is elevated to decorative fine art through its scale and high-contrast background.
Notable Features
The use of a 'flat' black background creates a dramatic chiaroscuro effect. The tiny water droplets on the petals are a significant technical flourish by the artist, demonstrating a high level of detail and patience.
Condition Issues
Surface abrasions, particularly on the left vertical edge; white paint speckles or dust across the black background; a circular puncture or heavy indentation on the right side of the board.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional cleaning to remove surface contaminants; conservation-grade framing to protect the edges; display away from direct sunlight; surface flattening or infilling for the indentation on the right.