Shuffleton's Barbershop
Reproduction print on paper and board • Norman Rockwell (after)
Style & Movement
American Realism / Golden Age of Illustration
Medium & Technique
Offset lithographic print; a commercial reproduction of an original oil on canvas painting
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (Original painting created in 1950)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 30 inches; landscape format
Subject Description
A view through a darkened barbershop window into a brightly lit back room where three older men are playing music. The foreground features a detailed barber chair and a potbelly stove, while the background room serves as a warm, inviting focal point. The scene captures a moment of small-town Americana community.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; visible reflections and age-related fading
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$20 - $100 USD
Provenance History
Likely a mass-produced decorative print sold through commercial galleries or department stores; internal indicators like the Printed signature suggest no direct artist hand.
Art Historical Significance
Based on one of Rockwell's most critically acclaimed Saturday Evening Post covers (April 29, 1950). It is considered a masterpiece of complex composition and narrative lighting, showcasing the transition of American life.
Notable Features
Includes the printed signature 'Norman Rockwell' at the bottom center of the image panel; the frame is a standard late-20th-century wood moulding.
Condition Issues
Glass surface reflection makes exact paper assessment difficult, but there appears to be slight color shift/UV fading and possible minor rippling of the paper under the glass.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the print is mounted with acid-free materials; replace standard glass with UV-protective museum glass to prevent further fading of the ink.