Canoe (After Peter Doig)
Digital artwork displayed on a television screen (specifically a Samsung 'The Frame' TV) • Original composition by Peter Doig (b. 1959); digital reproduction/asset for Samsung Art Store
Style & Movement
Contemporary Figurative Art with elements of Magical Realism
Medium & Technique
Digital static image utilizing pixel rendering to simulate oil on canvas textures including visible brushwork and color fields
Creation Period
Modern digital era, approximately 2017-present (based on TV hardware age)
Dimensions & Format
Landscape format, approximately 55 to 65 inches diagonally (standard 16:9 ratio television screen)
Subject Description
A single figure sitting in a long orange canoe on a body of water, with an island in the background. The composition features high-contrast horizontal bands of color and a prominent reflection of the canoe in the water.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; as a digital display, the artwork shows no physical degradation, though some screen glare is present from the environment
Estimated Market Value
$500 - $2,500 (value of the electronics hardware only; digital file has no resale value)
Auction Estimate
$300 - $1,500 (as used consumer electronics)
Provenance History
Purchased via digital subscription service (such as Samsung Art Store); part of a digital collection for home decor
Art Historical Significance
Represents the democratization of blue-chip contemporary art through digital technology; the original Doig works are milestones in post-modern figurative painting
Notable Features
The artwork is part of the 'Samsung The Frame' ecosystem, featuring a white bezel frame to mimic a physical gallery piece
Condition Issues
None pertaining to the artwork; slight glare on the screen surface from external lighting
Conservation Recommendations
Use a microfiber cloth for cleaning the screen; avoid direct sunlight to prevent pixel burnout and overheating of the hardware