Abstract Floral Sunburst with Textured Medallion Center
Mixed media painting on stretched canvas with a three-dimensional central element • Unknown mid-century modernist / decorative artist, likely created in the style of commercial or studio mid-century modern wall decor
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern / Abstract Decorative Art
Medium & Technique
Acrylic and heavy impasto paint mixed with sand or texturing agents, featuring a carved or molded wooden or resin central medallion element
Creation Period
Mid-to-late 20th century, specifically circa 1960s to 1970s
Dimensions & Format
Estimated approximately 30 x 36 inches, rectangular format with a slim brass-toned metal floating frame
Subject Description
An abstract floral or sunburst motif featuring a heavily textured central circular medallion in reddish-brown and bright red, surrounded by radiating elongated petals or rays in earthy tones of cream, ochre, brown, and rust against a dark textured background
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good condition. The surface shows minor dust accumulation appropriate for age, but structural integrity of the canvas and central medallion appears intact with no visible major tears or losses.
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $350
Auction Estimate
$100 - $250
Provenance History
Likely acquired from a mid-century furniture showroom, department store decor section, or direct from a studio artisan during the 1960s-1970s decorative art boom, passed down through private collection.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the popular commercial abstract and textural wall art movement of the 1960s and 1970s, which brought modernist aesthetics and tactile interest into domestic interior design.
Notable Features
The combination of flat painted color fields with thick, raised impasto brushstrokes and a highly detailed, sculptural three-dimensional central disc that creates strong focal point depth.
Condition Issues
Minor frame scuffs and potential surface dust within the heavy impasto crevices. No significant craquelure or paint flaking observed.
Conservation Recommendations
Light surface cleaning with a soft dry brush to remove dust from the textured impasto and central medallion crevices. Maintain stable indoor humidity and avoid direct harsh sunlight.