Tree Branches with Red Sun
Original print or mixed media work on paper • Signed indiscernibly in lower right; likely a contemporary printmaker or graphic artist
Style & Movement
Modernism with Minimalist and East Asian influences (Japonisme)
Medium & Technique
Screenprint or lithography with hand-applied accent, utilizing a tondo graphic layout
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1970s-1990s)
Dimensions & Format
Portrait orientation frame containing a tondo (circular) image; estimated 11x14 or 16x20 inches
Subject Description
A circular composition featuring the silhouette of intricate, leafless winter branches against a neutral background, accented by a single solid red sun or moon. The imagery evokes themes of nature, solitude, and celestial harmony.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; the image remains sharp, though there is visible particulate matter under the glass and potential paper toning
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $450 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $300 USD
Provenance History
Private collection; likely acquired from a commercial gallery or art fair specializing in contemporary prints
Art Historical Significance
Reflects the late 20th-century trend of blending graphic design with fine art, specifically the influence of Japanese Zen aesthetics on Western printmaking.
Notable Features
The striking contrast between the organic complexity of the black branches and the geometric simplicity of the red celestial body; authentic artist signature in the lower right margin.
Condition Issues
Dust and debris trapped between the glazing and the mat; slight yellowing of the paper substrate; minor frame scuffing.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional cleaning and re-matting using acid-free archival materials; replacement of standard glass with UV-protective museum glass.