Tiger Lilies on Black Background
Painting on panel or paperboard • A. M. Cintron (signed lower right)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Botanical Realism; influenced by 20th-century precisionism and commercial illustration styles.
Medium & Technique
Acrylic or gouache on a smooth support. The technique involves precise, graphic application with smooth blending on the petals and droplets, likely using fine detail brushes to achieve the speckled 'tiger' pattern and delicate stamen.
Creation Period
1983 (dated explicitly in the signature)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 12 x 16 or 16 x 20 inches; Portrait format.
Subject Description
A vertical composition featuring Lilium lancifolium (Tiger Lily) in various stages of bloom and budding. The orange flowers with dark spots are depicted with dew droplets against a stark, flat black background, creating a high-contrast decorative effect.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Fair. The paint layer appears stable, but there is a prominent surface indentation or puncture mark on the right side of the black background.
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $400 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $300 USD
Provenance History
Likely a private collection or regional gallery acquisition; signed and dated by the artist '83. No visible gallery labels are present in the provided image.
Art Historical Significance
This piece represents late 20th-century regional botanical art. While the artist is not internationally recognized, the work demonstrates a high level of technical proficiency in rendering natural forms and a strong sense of decorative composition typical of the 1980s.
Notable Features
The use of dew drops adds a layer of hyper-realism. The crisp signature 'A.M. CINTRON '83' provides a definitive secondary market identifier for the artist's dating.
Condition Issues
Notable puncture or deep impression in the support material on the right side. Possible surface abrasions or dust accumulation on the dark pigment, which is prone to showing marks.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional cleaning to remove surface dust. In-painting or consolidation may be required for the puncture mark. Should be framed under UV-protective glass with a mat to prevent the surface from touching the glazing.