Children Playing in a Parisian Park with Colorful Townhouses
Print on paper, likely a lithograph or serigraph • Attributed to Judith Bledsoe (signature visible in the lower right margin appears to read Judith Bledsoe)
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern Naive / Folk Art style with whimsical illustrative qualities
Medium & Technique
Color lithography or screenprint utilizing flat planes of vibrant color and textured stippling effects for the foliage and lawn
Creation Period
Mid to late 20th century, circa 1960s-1980s
Dimensions & Format
Vertical portrait format, estimated overall framed dimensions approximately 24 x 30 inches
Subject Description
A charming outdoor park scene featuring a brightly colored row of European townhouses in the background, a large green lawn populated by children playing in a circle, couples walking with parasols, and women with children. The foreground is framed by stylized flowering bushes and plants in pastel tones.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good condition. The print retains strong color saturation with no obvious fading, tears, or major foxing visible through the glazing, though unexamined outside of the frame.
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $600
Auction Estimate
$200 - $400
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a commercial art gallery or print publisher during the late 20th century, reflecting the popular market for decorative mid-century artist prints.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the accessible, decorative print market of the mid-20th century that brought whimsical, narrative folk-inspired art into domestic spaces.
Notable Features
Features a pencil signature in the lower right margin and numbering in the lower left, characteristic of a limited edition print run by the artist.
Condition Issues
Minor potential for acid burn from backing materials or framing mat over time; no acute physical damage observed on the surface.
Conservation Recommendations
Maintain in an acid-free archival matting and framing environment away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the delicate pastel and primary colors.