Tickets Please
Limited edition print on paper • Jennifer Ganley
Style & Movement
Contemporary Illustrative / Naive Art
Medium & Technique
Lithograph or possibly a multi-plate etching with aquatint for color texture, featuring ink-line drawing and layered ink washes
Creation Period
Late 20th century (circa 1980-1995)
Dimensions & Format
Horizontal landscape format, approximately 18 x 24 inches (image size) in a standard rectangular frame profile
Subject Description
A whimsical interpretation of Noah's Ark, titled 'Tickets Please'. The composition features an array of animals—including giraffes, elephants, zebras, and lions—gathering in a field before a stylized red ark. The work utilizes a playful, narrative-driven iconography often seen in contemporary storybook illustrations.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent/Very Good; the paper appears bright with no visible foxing, though slight mat burn or fading may be present if not under UV glass
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $450 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $300 USD
Provenance History
Limited edition number 90/400 inscribed at bottom left. Likely acquired via a commercial gallery or art fair catering to contemporary illustrative prints.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the late 20th-century trend towards narrative, accessible printmaking that bridges the gap between fine art and professional illustration; significant for its charming, non-religious visual approach to a biblical trope.
Notable Features
Hand-signed by the artist 'Jennifer Ganley' at lower right; titled 'Tickets Please' in the lower center margin; numbered 90/400 at lower left. Distinctive use of textured color fields to create the sky and background.
Condition Issues
None visible from the image; potential minor yellowing of the mat board which may indicate non-acid-free materials.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the work is mounted using acid-free, archival materials and protected by UV-filtering glass to prevent ink fading. Check for stable humidity to prevent paper rippling.