Lily, Rose, Iris, and Daisy
Original painting or high-quality fine art print on paper • Lynn Greer
Style & Movement
Contemporary Figurative Realism / Narrative Art
Medium & Technique
Watercolor on paper, characterized by soft washes, layered transparency, and wet-on-dry brushwork for floral details on swimwear
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (c. 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 11x14 inches (image) housed in a landscape-oriented frame and double-matted
Subject Description
The composition features four plus-sized women in colorful, floral-patterned swimwear and beach attire walking along a sandy shoreline. The figures are rendered with a focus on volume and body positivity, set against a minimalist background of turquoise water and a blue sky. The title suggests the women are anthropomorphized versions of the flowers mentioned, reflecting a joyful, whimsical narrative.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; the image appears vibrant, though there is visible debris inside the glass and minor frame wear
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $450 USD (dependent on whether it is an original watercolor or a limited edition print)
Auction Estimate
$100 - $300 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired from a regional art gallery or directly from the artist; Lynn Greer is often associated with the Pacific Northwest art scene and coastal galleries
Art Historical Significance
Lynn Greer's work is notable for its celebratory depiction of the female form and everyday leisure. Her oeuvre frequently explores themes of friendship, beach culture, and the aesthetic beauty of non-traditional body types, contributing to the genre of contemporary body-positive illustration.
Notable Features
Signature is visible in the lower right corner; the work features the artist's signature whimsical approach to color and personality through-line of floral motifs repeated in the subjects' clothing
Condition Issues
Visible dust and small particles trapped between the glazing and the mat; potential for minor acid migration if non-archival matting was used; frame shows slight abrasions
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend professional reframing with acid-free archival matting and UV-protective glazing to prevent fading of watercolor pigments; ensure the glass is cleaned to remove internal debris
Collector Notes
Lily, Rose, Iris, and Daisy by Lynn Greer