Man with Blue and White Motorcycle at Address 3235
Photograph, color print on photographic paper • Unidentified amateur photographer
Style & Movement
Vernacular Photography / Personal Snapshot
Medium & Technique
C-type print or inkjet print from a digital or analog original; candid snapshot photography
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (c. 1990s-2010s based on motorcycle style and image quality)
Dimensions & Format
Landscape format; estimated print size 4x6 inches or 5x7 inches within a larger matted frame
Subject Description
A centralized portrait of a smiling, bearded man standing behind a blue and white cruiser-style motorcycle. He is positioned in front of a house with the visible address number '3235' on a white pillar. The scene is shot in bright daylight, casting sharp shadows on the ground.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; the image appears clear but displays slight color saturation typical of aged physical prints
Estimated Market Value
Minimal commercial value ($5 - $20 USD); primarily sentimental value
Auction Estimate
N/A; item is a personal vernacular photograph typically not sold at fine art auctions
Provenance History
Private collection; likely a family memento or personal record of ownership
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of late-modern vernacular American photography, documenting hobbies, personal property, and domestic life
Notable Features
Features a prominent address number '3235'; the motorcycle features chrome detailing and studded leather saddlebags typical of American cruiser culture
Condition Issues
Possible minor fading due to light exposure; visible reflections on the glass of the frame from the secondary photograph
Conservation Recommendations
Glass should be replaced with UV-protective acrylic; keep away from direct sunlight; ensure acid-free matting is used