Lembrança (Portrait of a Man)
Print on heavy paper, likely an etching or lithograph with hand-coloring • Attributed to a Brazilian or Portuguese-speaking artist (due to the Portuguese inscription 'Para Solange e Kyril com minha lembrança')
Style & Movement
Contemporary Figurative Expressionism; Neo-Expressionism
Medium & Technique
Etching or lithograph with graphite; mixed media elements including hand-tinted red and pink washes, and possibly small applied decorative elements. Technique involves cross-hatching and gestural mark-making.
Creation Period
1997 (based on the date inscription '97 next to the edition number)
Dimensions & Format
Panoramic landscape format; approximately 10 x 30 cm for the plate mark within a larger rectangular frame.
Subject Description
A smiling male figure, potentially a self-portrait or a specific acquaintance, rendered in a gestural style. The figure's hands are prominent in the foreground, creating a sense of depth. Red circular floral or cell-like motifs are scattered across his chest, set against a vibrant blue textured background and a pale yellow celestial shape (moon/sun).
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; there is visible foxing (brown spots) on the matting and potentially the paper support, along with slight yellowing of the paper.
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $800 USD (depending on identification of the specific regional artist)
Auction Estimate
$200 - $500 USD
Provenance History
Personal gift indicated by the pencil inscription: 'P/A (Artist's Proof) Para Solange e Kyril com m/ Lembrança - 97.' This suggests it was a gift to individuals named Solange and Kyril directly from the artist.
Art Historical Significance
Represents late 20th-century printmaking trends in the Lusophone world, blending traditional print techniques with expressive, personal narratives and hand-finishing.
Notable Features
Marked 'P/A' (Prova de Artista / Artist's Proof); features a unique personal dedication in Portuguese; distinctive mix of graphic line work and vibrant color washes.
Condition Issues
Notable foxing/mold spots on the cream-colored mat; potential acidity from the mat transferring to the print paper; slight fading of the blue pigment.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional de-framing and cleaning by a paper conservator recommended; replacement of the acidic mat with 100% cotton rag acid-free matting; installation of UV-protective glass.