Race Horses in a Landscape (reproduction for 'Degas at the Races')
Exhibition Poster (Offset Lithographic Print) on paper, framed under glass • Reproducing a work by Edgar Degas; designed for the National Gallery of Art, Washington
Style & Movement
Modern reproduction of Impressionism
Medium & Technique
Mechanical offset lithography based on an original oil painting by Edgar Degas
Creation Period
1998
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches; Landscape format
Subject Description
A group of jockeys on horseback traversing a grassy landscape featuring rolling hills under a hazy sky; capturing casual movement and atmospheric light
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; slight ripples in paper and some glare from glass but colors appear relatively stable
Estimated Market Value
$25 - $75 USD
Auction Estimate
$10 - $50 USD
Provenance History
Mass-produced souvenir sold during the 1998 'Degas at the Races' exhibition at the National Gallery of Art
Art Historical Significance
A commercial commemorative object documenting a specific major landmark exhibition of Degas' equestrian works
Notable Features
Includes specific exhibition typography: 'DEGAS at the RACES', 'National Gallery of Art, Washington', and dates 'April 12 - July 12, 1998'
Condition Issues
Minor paper waving (buckling) due to humidity and age; potential fading if exposed to UV light; minor wear on framer's joints
Conservation Recommendations
Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent ink fading; consider archival matting and UV-protective acrylic if preservation is desired