Single Tulip with Bud
Decorative painting in circular (tondo) format on a raised relief secondary support (likely board or wood) • Unidentified amateur or decorative artist; signed with initials "LA" in the lower-left quadrant
Style & Movement
Decorative Art / Contemporary Floral Realism with a focus on tactile texture
Medium & Technique
Mixed media including heavy impasto modeling paste (stucco) and acrylic or oil paint in a monochromatic/pastel wash technique
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (circa 1980-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 40-50 cm in diameter; Tondo (circular) format
Subject Description
A close-up study of a blooming tulip flower and a smaller bud. The composition uses high-relief texture to define the petals and leaves, contrasted against a flat, neutral-toned background with faint, linear leaf silhouettes.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the relief appears stable with no major cracking in the heavy impasto areas
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $350 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $200 USD
Provenance History
Likely a private commission or a specialized home decor piece; no visible gallery or exhibition labels present
Art Historical Significance
Minor art historical significance; the piece serves as a decorative craft example of the 'relief painting' trend popular in home interiors rather than fine art gallery circuits.
Notable Features
Prominent use of three-dimensional building material to create physical volume for the floral petals; distinctive 'LA' monogram in the lower-left.
Condition Issues
Slight surface dust accumulation in the crevices of the impasto; potential minor yellowing of the archival sealant if one was used.
Conservation Recommendations
Dust periodically with a soft, dry brush; keep out of direct sunlight to prevent pigment fading; maintain a stable humidity to prevent the heavy relief from delaminating from the base.