Dozen
Limited Edition Reproduction (Print) Certificate and Registration Card • Frank T. Gee (American, born 1948)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Wildlife/Naturalist Art with Asian Influence (Sumi-e inspired)
Medium & Technique
Offset lithographic reproduction on paper with ink inscriptions
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (likely 1980s-1990s)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8.5 x 11 inches; Portrait format document
Subject Description
Certificate for a print titled 'Dozen.' Frank T. Gee is known for depicting nature, specifically birds and waterfowl, blending traditional Western realism with Eastern watercolor techniques.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair; visible evidence of aging, creasing, and wear consistent with poor storage
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 (Note: This is for the certificate paired with the print; the document alone has negligible monetary value)
Auction Estimate
$30 - $80
Provenance History
Original studio document from Frank T. Gee Studio; print number 669 of an unspecified edition size
Art Historical Significance
Represents the commercial boom of limited edition naturalist prints in the late 20th century. Frank T. Gee is a noted Chinese-American artist who bridge aesthetic traditions.
Notable Features
Includes a guarantee that plates were destroyed and a checkbox for 'Chinese Signature,' a hallmark of Gee's authentic style
Condition Issues
Heavy horizontal fold line, vertical creasing, foxing/spotting, yellowing of paper (acidification), and edge wear
Conservation Recommendations
Keep in an acid-free sleeve; store away from direct UV light to prevent further yellowing and ink fading