Three Elegant Figures in Gowns
Contemporary print on paper, likely a poster or lithographic reproduction • In the Manner of Isaac Maimon or Fabian Perez; signed 'A. Lucia' in the lower right corner
Style & Movement
Contemporary Fashion Illustration / Decorative Neo-Art Deco
Medium & Technique
Lithographic or offset printing based on a fashion illustration style; original likely created with charcoal and gouache or watercolor; flat color application with expressive line work
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (circa 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches; Portrait orientation
Subject Description
Composition featuring three female figures seen from the back and profile, wearing floor-length evening gowns in teal, red, and slate blue. The figures are rendered with elongated proportions and sweeping gestural lines against an ochre-yellow background, evoking themes of glamour and high fashion.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; the print appears stable under glass, though the frame shows some minor wear.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $80 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a decorative art gallery or commercial retailer; secondary market purchase indicated by framing style.
Art Historical Significance
Low; this is a decorative commercial work intended for interior design markets, drawing influence from mid-century fashion illustrators and the glamorous figurative styles popularized in the late 1990s.
Notable Features
Features a distinct cursive signature 'A. Lucia' at the bottom right; the use of minimalist line work to define the figures' anatomy through the negative space of the dresses is a characteristic trait.
Condition Issues
Visible glare and reflections on glass indicate a standard framing without anti-reflective coating; potential for minor acid-burn if not matted with acid-free materials; slight undulating of paper suggests it is not dry-mounted.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent UV fading of the pigments; consider reframing with UV-protective glass and acid-free matting to ensure longevity.