Pink Grootendorst
Print or mixed media illustration on paper, matted and framed • Signed by artist J. Manique (or similar legible script signature in lower right)
Style & Movement
Botanical illustration, contemporary realistic floral art
Medium & Technique
Watercolor or gouache over ink/print outlines on heavy white art paper
Creation Period
Late 20th century to early 21st century
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 10 x 12 inches for the sight size, vertical rectangular format within mat and ornate white painted frame
Subject Description
A detailed botanical study of the 'Pink Grootendorst' rose cultivar, featuring a fully bloomed pink ruffled blossom, a closed bud above, and dark green serrated leaves along a thorny stem, titled below in script.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The paper appears clean, vibrant, and well-preserved under glass with no apparent fading or foxing.
Estimated Market Value
50 USD to 150 USD
Auction Estimate
30 USD to 80 USD
Provenance History
Acquired through the secondary decorative art market; standard domestic framing indicating retail or custom decorative framing.
Art Historical Significance
A charming example of contemporary decorative botanical illustration, holding primarily decorative rather than significant institutional art historical value.
Notable Features
Features the specific cultivar title 'Pink Grootendorst' printed beneath the stem and a clear artist signature in the lower right corner, complemented by an ornate, shabby-chic style white molded frame.
Condition Issues
None readily apparent from visual inspection; minor wear to the decorative painted wooden frame.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct, prolonged sunlight to prevent fading of the pigments. Maintain stable indoor humidity and temperature.