Friends
Fine art print or lithograph on paper • Attributed to 'Bushman' (as signed on the print and the margin)
Style & Movement
Contemporary African-inspired Abstract / Decorative Modernism
Medium & Technique
Mechanical print or lithograph with hand-signed elements; the original work appears to have been executed in ink and possibly pastel or charcoal with vertical scraping/textural techniques
Creation Period
2001 (as indicated by the copyright and signature dates)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8x10 inches (sight) in a portrait-format matted frame
Subject Description
Four stylized, abstract human figures with circular black heads and flowing robed bodies in shades of red and green, set against a vertically textured background. The composition suggests a sense of unity or communal gather, matching the title 'Friends'.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the print and matting appear intact with no visible foxing, though minor paper waving is possible under glass
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $80 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired at a contemporary art gallery, festival, or home decor boutique; includes a silver ink signature on the mat suggesting a limited or artist-authorized presentation
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of late 20th/early 21st-century decorative abstraction that utilizes pan-African aesthetic motifs common in contemporary boutique art markets
Notable Features
Double-signed (printed signature in the image and hand-signed on the mat in silver ink); titled 'Friends' in the lower right margin; dated '01' (2001)
Condition Issues
Frame shows minor surface wear; print has slight potential for fading if previously exposed to direct UV light, though colors remain vibrant
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight; ensure the use of acid-free matting if the current mat is non-archival to prevent paper browning