Chihuahua
Print on paper, framed • Roy Anderson (or Roy Andersen)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Folk Art / Outsider Art / Narrative Illustration
Medium & Technique
Lithograph or fine art reproduction of an original multi-media ink and colored pencil drawing
Creation Period
1994
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 16 x 20 inches (including frame), portrait/vertical format
Subject Description
A quirky, stylized animal figure resembling a green and blue spotted dog or cat labeled 'Chihuahua' is centered on a textured magenta background. The central vignette is framed on both sides by a hand-written whimsical text detailing a memory about the artist's great-grandmother's house, a watchful portrait of Jesus, and a humorous punchline comparing it to a friend's Chihuahua whose eyes similarly followed you around.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $350
Auction Estimate
$75 - $150
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a contemporary art gallery, print market, or directly from the artist in the mid-1990s; currently kept within a private collection.
Art Historical Significance
This piece exemplifies the 1990s movement of text-integrated narrative illustration and contemporary folk art. By pairing personal, anecdotal storytelling with a naive, vibrant artistic style, it highlights the human tendency to blend sacred memories with everyday humor.
Notable Features
Includes a fully legible, integrated handwritten anecdotal text on both sides of the center image, complete with an official copyright mark, signature, and date reading '© 1994 Roy Anderson'.
Condition Issues
The artwork appears structurally stable within its frame. There is no major visible foxing, staining, or UV fading, though there may be minor aging to the paper substrate and slight wear to the outer wooden frame edges.
Conservation Recommendations
Display away from direct sunlight and high-humidity areas to prevent fading and moisture damage. If unverified, ensure the current matting is archival/acid-free to prevent future mat burn around the margins.