Woman in Window with Laundry
Limited edition print on paper • Signed lower right 'A.R. [Surname Unknown]'; style suggests a European or American mid-century printmaker
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern / Figurative Expressionism
Medium & Technique
Color lithograph or screenprint with hand-rendered textures; featuring flat color planes and linear detailing characteristic of mid-20th-century printmaking
Creation Period
Circa 1950s–1970s
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 18 x 24 inches (image size); horizontal landscape format
Subject Description
A voyeuristic composition depicting a nude female figure seen through a white window frame. The scene is dominated by dynamic, draped laundry or curtains in blue and white that flow across a red-slatted or brick-like background. The work explores themes of domesticity, privacy, and movement.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; visible signs of aging consistent with mid-century paper works
Estimated Market Value
$400 - $900 USD
Auction Estimate
$300 - $600 USD
Provenance History
Private collection; editioned 26/40 in the lower left corner suggesting a limited professional run
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of mid-century graphic arts that blends domestic subject matter with near-abstract decorative elements. It reflects the post-war trend of bringing fine art into the home via limited edition prints.
Notable Features
Hand-numbered edition 26/40 and legible signature; the high-contrast color palette and stylized drapery are particularly distinctive.
Condition Issues
Mild yellowing of the paper substrate (toning); slight rippling under the glass; potential minor fading of the pigments due to light exposure
Conservation Recommendations
Remove from non-archival acidic matting and reframe using UV-protective glass and acid-free materials to prevent further yellowing