Four-Leaf Clover
Painting on canvas panel • Richter (signed lower right)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Folk Art / Illustrative Realism
Medium & Technique
Acrylic on primed canvas using wet-on-wet blending for the clover leaves and black outlining for graphic definition.
Creation Period
2021 (dated lower right)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 5 x 7 inches; portrait format.
Subject Description
A single, centrally located four-leaf clover against a neutral, beige background. The clover symbolizes luck and faith, rendered with vibrant greens and yellow highlights, encircled by a thick black contour.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; the paint film appears stable with no visible cracking or loss.
Estimated Market Value
$20.00 - $75.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$15.00 - $50.00 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired directly from the artist or a local craft market/gallery; modern production with no significant secondary market history visible.
Art Historical Significance
A personal or decorative work typical of 21st-century hobbyist or local artisan production; reflects the ongoing tradition of botanical symbolism in contemporary folk art.
Notable Features
Includes a stylized signature with a small clover motif preceding the name 'Richter' and the year '2021'.
Condition Issues
No significant issues; minor mechanical texture visible from the pre-primed canvas board substrate.
Conservation Recommendations
Display away from direct sunlight to prevent UV fading of greens; framing under glass with a spacer is recommended to prevent dust accumulation on the canvas texture.