Floral Still Life with Flowering Quince and Lilacs
Painting on canvas or canvas board • Signed 'Neal' (lower right). Likely an American regional artist or a highly skilled hobbyist; possibly Alice Neal or a local Western US artist given the location information.
Style & Movement
Mid-century Impressionism / Regionalist Still Life
Medium & Technique
Oil or acrylic on support; features direct application with visible brushstrokes, wet-on-wet technique in the petals, and slight impasto in the floral highlights.
Creation Period
Mid to late 20th century (c. 1960s–1980s)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 20 x 24 inches or 24 x 30 inches; vertical portrait format.
Subject Description
A vibrant arrangement of pink/red flowering quince branches and white lilac clusters in a pale blue ceramic ginger-style jar. The jar sits on a dark red surface against a neutral, gestural background.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; colors remain bright and the surface appears stable.
Estimated Market Value
$200 - $500 (Fair Market Value for decorative regional works by unidentified artists)
Auction Estimate
$100 - $300
Provenance History
Unknown; current location in Wyoming suggests a history of private ownership in the American West. The frame appears original to the late mid-century period.
Art Historical Significance
A typical example of mid-to-late 20th-century floral still life painting, demonstrating the continued popularity of Impressionist color palettes and domestic themes in American regional art circles.
Notable Features
Distinctively bold signature 'Neal' in the lower right; the contrast between the delicate white lilacs and the dark, structural quince branches shows a good understanding of compositional balance.
Condition Issues
Minor surface dust and grime; slight scuffing noted on the wooden frame edges; potential yellowing of varnish if an older oil medium was used.
Conservation Recommendations
Light surface cleaning with professional solvents; display away from direct sunlight; ensure the backing is acid-free to protect the support.
Collector Notes
In Wyoming