Ten Floral Mythical Figures (Centauresses/Mermaids)
Original drawing on paper; recreational illustration • Anonymous amateur artist; contemporary folk/outsider art influence
Style & Movement
Contemporary illustrative fan-art style; characterized by simplified geometric forms and stick-figure-derived anatomical structures.
Medium & Technique
Ink pen and colored markers/colored pencils on paper. The technique involves simple line work and flat color filling with visible directional strokes.
Creation Period
Early 21st Century (estimated 2010-2024)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8.5 x 11 inches (Standard Letter); landscape rectangular grid orientation
Subject Description
A grid of ten female mythical figures (resembling centauresses or mermaids) with floral-themed attire. Each panel is labeled with a name and age: Daisy (30), Bonnie (31), Susie-Ann (33), Megan (33), Christy (30), Morgen (27), Janet (34), Paula (32), Rosemary (28), and Aaliyah (29). The composition explores thematic variations on color and botanical accessories.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair; visible creasing, horizontal folding across the center, and slight tearing at the upper edges.
Estimated Market Value
$5 - $20 USD (primarily of personal/sentimental value)
Auction Estimate
$0 - $10 USD
Provenance History
Likely a private domestic creation; no professional gallery labels or stamps present. Acquired via digital sharing/social media.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the democratization of art through digital sharing of leisure illustrations. It demonstrates the use of art for character design and personal storytelling in a non-formal context.
Notable Features
Includes specific textual data (names and ages) for each figure, reflecting a detailed personal mythology or world-building exercise by the creator.
Condition Issues
Heavy horizontal crease through the middle indicating the paper was folded; minor edge wear and surface warping from marker saturation.
Conservation Recommendations
Store flat in an acid-free archival sleeve; protect from direct UV light to prevent fading of the colored inks.