Tutti Frutti
Poster, print on paper • Doug Webb
Style & Movement
Surrealism / Contemporary Realism (Magic Realism influence)
Medium & Technique
Offset lithograph on paper; original imagery based on photo-realist oil painting technique using smooth, blended brushwork to create a surreal illusion.
Creation Period
Circa 1980s-1990s
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches; vertical portrait format.
Subject Description
A giant two-scoop vanilla ice cream cone floating in a bright blue sky with white clouds. A miniature skier is seen descending the top scoop, creating a playful juxtaposition and scale shifts typical of Webb's work.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Very Good; the print appears bright with some minor undulation of the paper under the glass and slight wear on the thin metal frame.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $100 USD
Provenance History
Published by Martin Lawrence Galleries; likely sold as a gallery exhibition poster or retail art print.
Art Historical Significance
Doug Webb is known for his 'Small World' series that explores environmental issues and cultural absurdities through surreal juxtapositions. This piece reflects the 1980s trend of high-quality gallery posters used to commercialize contemporary fine art.
Notable Features
Features the Martin Lawrence Galleries branding and a reproduced signature by Doug Webb. The image effectively utilizes traditional surrealist tropes of floating objects and scale distortion reminiscent of René Magritte.
Condition Issues
Minor surface scratches on the metal frame; potential light yellowing of the paper at the edges; slight mechanical rippling (cockling) visible in the top corners.
Conservation Recommendations
Replace existing glass with UV-protective glazing to prevent fading; ensure acid-free backing is used to prevent foxing; display away from direct sunlight.