African Wildlife Montage (Roaring Lion and Cape Buffalo)
Limited Edition Print on paper, likely a lithograph or offset-press print, professionally framed. • Adam Freeman. Signed in the plate and hand-signed/inscribed by the artist in the lower border.
Style & Movement
Contemporary Wildlife Realism or Sport/Nature Illustration.
Medium & Technique
Mechanical print reproduction of a graphite/pencil drawing. Techniques in the original include cross-hatching, stippling, and fine-line detailing to create high-contrast textures of fur and horn.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (Circa 1980s–1990s).
Dimensions & Format
Landscape format. Estimated image size 18 x 24 inches; framed dimensions approximately 24 x 30 inches.
Subject Description
A dramatic montage of African savanna predators and prey. The foreground is dominated by a profile of a roaring male lion with bared teeth. The central scene shows lions bringing down a zebra, while the upper right features a looming Cape Buffalo. There is a secondary lion head sketch and a dedication note in the bottom left.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good. The print appears well-preserved within the frame, though there is significant glare from the glass making a full appraisal of the paper surface difficult.
Estimated Market Value
$100.00 – $250.00 USD (Reflecting primary value in the framing and the artist's signature).
Auction Estimate
$50.00 – $150.00 USD.
Provenance History
Likely acquired via a gallery specializing in wildlife art or a conservation charity auction. Features a personal inscription: "To Chuck - Thanks for your help. Adam Freeman."
Art Historical Significance
Representational of the 1980s-90s boom in commercial wildlife art. While not 'high art' in a museum sense, it holds cultural value for collectors of big-game illustration and demonstrates technical proficiency in graphite realism.
Notable Features
Includes a handwritten dedication and a sketch of a lion head integrated near the signature, which adds a layer of 'remarque' value, making this specific print more unique than a standard unsigned copy.
Condition Issues
Visible glare on glass. Potential for light acidity/yellowing of the matting over time if non-archival materials were used. No visible tears or moisture damage from the provided angle.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the artwork is kept out of direct sunlight to prevent UV fading of the ink and signature. If the current glass is not UV-protective, consider upgrading it to museum-grade glass to preserve the graphite-toned ink.