Magnolia Blossom
Print reproduction on paper • Peggy Thatcher Sibley (visible copyright signature lower left)
Style & Movement
Contemporary realism / Botanical illustration
Medium & Technique
Offset lithograph print or fine art reproduction featuring botanical still life painting techniques
Creation Period
Late 20th century (circa 1980s-1990s)
Dimensions & Format
Medium rectangular format, approximately 18 x 24 inches including frame and matting
Subject Description
A detailed botanical composition featuring a fully bloomed white and pink magnolia flower accompanied by a closed bud and glossy dark green leaves against a dramatic, warm reddish-brown and dark background.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The print and frame appear clean and well-preserved with no obvious fading or structural damage visible through the glass.
Estimated Market Value
50 USD - 150 USD
Auction Estimate
25 USD - 75 USD
Provenance History
Standard retail art market acquisition, likely purchased through a framing shop or home decor gallery in the late 20th century.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of popular decorative botanical prints widely distributed for domestic interior decoration during the late 20th century.
Notable Features
Includes a visible artist signature and copyright mark reading 'Peggy Thatcher Sibley', presented in an ornate vintage-style molded gilt frame with a double mat (burgundy and gold).
Condition Issues
None readily apparent from visual inspection; minor wear to the decorative gilt frame possible.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent potential fading of the print colors; maintain standard indoor humidity and temperature.