Another Season
Limited edition print on paper • Lee Kaufman
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern / Contemporary Folk Art
Medium & Technique
Block print (linocut or woodcut) with a background tonal wash or stencil. The technique involves a relief printing process where the dark areas are inked and the light areas remain the color of the paper.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (Circa 1970-1990)
Dimensions & Format
Horizontal panoramic format, estimated at 12 x 28 inches including the frame.
Subject Description
A horizontal composition divided into four panels representing the rotation of the seasons through stylized trees. From left to right: Spring (blossoms and insects), Summer (full foliage), Autumn (falling leaves and moon), and Winter (bare branches and rain/snow).
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good. The print appears well-preserved within its frame, though the matting and paper show signs of slight age-related yellowing.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $80 USD
Provenance History
Numbered '206/300' in pencil bottom left, titled 'Another Season' center, and signed bottom right. Likely acquired through a gallery or art fair catering to decorative prints in the late 20th century.
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of late 20th-century decorative printmaking focusing on nature and cyclical time. It reflects the popularity of graphic, high-contrast relief prints in American domestic interior design.
Notable Features
Features a distinctive period 'Faux Bamboo' cream-colored frame and is part of a relatively large limited edition run (300). The combination of a gradient background with stark relief printing is a notable technical choice.
Condition Issues
Minor foxing or yellowing on the surrounding matting; the faux-bamboo frame has some scuffs and paint loss on the lower edge.
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend replacing the current matting with acid-free archival mats to prevent further acid burn on the paper. Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent fading of the tonal background.