Seascape with Cumulus Clouds
Original painting on paper, landscape format, contained within a spiral-bound sketchbook • Signed 'Stepka' (lower left); likely a contemporary student, hobbyist, or emerging artist
Style & Movement
Contemporary realism with folk or naive art influences; characterized by simplified forms and high-contrast color blocking
Medium & Technique
Acrylic or gouache on paper; utilizes thick impasto for the white foam of the waves and flat, broad brushstrokes for the sky and horizon line
Creation Period
2025 (indicated by the signature '25')
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 9 x 12 inches (standard sketchbook size); horizontal landscape format
Subject Description
A tranquil coastal scene depicting a blue ocean meeting a sandy shore. The composition is divided into horizontal bands: a beige foreground of wet sand, a middle ground of white-crested waves, and a background of deep blue deep water under a light blue sky with large white clouds
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; the colors are vibrant and there is no evidence of fading, foxing, or paper deterioration
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $100 USD
Provenance History
Currently in the possession of the artist or a private individual; appears to be a direct contemporary work from a student's portfolio
Art Historical Significance
Represents practical contemporary art studies; significant as an example of common 21st-century artistic practice and recreational painting styles
Notable Features
Distinctive thick application of white paint for the clouds and surf; prominent black signature and date at the lower-left corner indicating contemporary origin
Condition Issues
None visible; minor blue paint smudges on the white margins of the sketchbook page are typical of the process and not considered damage
Conservation Recommendations
Should be kept in the sketchbook or matted using acid-free materials and framed under UV-protective glass to prevent fading and protect the paper from humidity