Kiss for the Sea
Limited edition print / Lithograph on paper • Robert Wyland (commonly known as Wyland)
Style & Movement
Marine Art / Environmental Surrealism / Contemporary Realism
Medium & Technique
Color lithography; offset or stone lithograph technique characterized by smooth color gradients and high-detail reproduction of an original oil painting
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (circa 1990s-2000s)
Dimensions & Format
Image: 24" x 18"; Sheet: approx. 26" x 18"; Vertical/Portrait format
Subject Description
A split-level (above and below water) composition featuring two bottlenose dolphins touching snouts as if 'kissing' in the foreground. They are surrounded by a vibrant coral reef teeming with tropical fish and a sea turtle. The top half depicts a dramatic sunset over a coastline with steep cliffs, a waterfall, and a breaking wave.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent to Very Good; based on visual evidence, the colors remain vibrant and the paper appears flat without visible foxing or moisture damage.
Estimated Market Value
$600 - $1,200 USD
Auction Estimate
$400 - $800 USD
Provenance History
Acquired via secondary market or gallery; accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) confirming it is a hand-signed and numbered edition.
Art Historical Significance
Wyland is a pioneer of the marine art movement, most famous for his 'Whale Murals.' This piece represents his commercial success in bringing environmental awareness of marine life into residential and commercial fine art spaces.
Notable Features
Includes artist\'s hand signature in the lower margin and specific edition numbering; features Wyland\'s signature 'over-under' perspective which revolutionized marine portraiture.
Condition Issues
No major issues visible; minor potential for light yellowing at the extreme paper edges or light-induced fading if previously displayed in direct sunlight.
Conservation Recommendations
Should be framed using UV-protective glass/acrylic and acid-free archival matting. Keep out of direct sunlight and high-humidity environments.
Collector Notes
"Kiss for the Sea" is a limited edition lithograph on paper by Wyland, numbered and hand signed by the artist. Includes Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 18" x 26" (border), 24" x 18" (image). Artist: :Wyland Art Title: :Kiss for the Sea Size: 24x18 Inches