Tiger Lilies on Dark Background
Painting on canvas • A. M. Cintron (signed lower left)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Botanical Realism / Still Life
Medium & Technique
Oil or acrylic on canvas using botanical realism techniques; features smooth blending for petals and fine dot-work for stippling
Creation Period
1983 (based on the signature date)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches (estimated based on context), Portrait orientation
Subject Description
A detailed depiction of orange Tiger Lilies (Lilium lancifolium) against a solid black or dark charcoal background. The composition features several open blooms and buds with characteristic black spots on the petals and long stamens. The use of a dark background provides high contrast, emphasizing the vibrancy of the petals.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; the canvas shows some surface dust and minor abrasions consistent with age and storage
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $800 (USD)
Auction Estimate
$200 - $500 (USD)
Provenance History
Private collection; likely purchased or commissioned in the early 1980s. No specific labels visible in the photograph.
Art Historical Significance
Reflects the late 20th-century interest in botanical subjects treated with a graphic, modern sensibility. It captures a specific moment in regional botanical art where decorative appeal and scientific accuracy intersected.
Notable Features
Clearly signed and dated 'A.M. CINTRON 83' in a neat, vertical script along the lower left edge. The dark matte background is a specific stylistic choice common in 1980s decorative arts to enhance color saturation.
Condition Issues
Surface grime and dust accumulation. Possible minor paint loss or scuffing on the lower left near the signature. The canvas tension appears slightly relaxed.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional surface cleaning to remove dust. Re-stretching if necessary for tension. Display in a climate-controlled environment away from direct UV light to prevent fading of the red/orange pigments.