Grid of Ten Fairies with Age Designations
Original drawing on white paper • Unidentified amateur artist; likely a young fan or hobbyist illustrator within the 'fandom' culture.
Style & Movement
Folk Illustration / Fan Art. The style mimics late 20th-century cartoon aesthetics with a focus on 'oc' (original character) design or reimagined popular series archetypes.
Medium & Technique
Colored pencil and black ink (likely ballpoint or fine-liner) on paper. The technique involves simple line-art contouring with flat, repetitive color hatching.
Creation Period
Modern, likely early 21st century (2010s-2020s), based on the character designs and paper quality.
Dimensions & Format
Landscape format (rectangular paper). Estimated standard letter size (8.5 x 11 inches) or A4.
Subject Description
A 2x5 grid featuring ten distinct fairy-like female characters. Each is identified by a name and age (ranging from 30 to 33) at the bottom. Characters are color-coded (Stella/Pink, Bloom/Blue, Layla/Green, Pia/Yellow, Flora/Purple, Daisy/Red, Mindy/Teal, Tulip/Orange, Sage/Lime, Violet/Indigo) with floral accessories and insect-like wings.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair; the paper shows significant curling at the top edge and several horizontal creases throughout the middle, suggesting it was likely folded or stored loosely.
Estimated Market Value
Minimal financial value; primarily sentimental or personal value. Estimated at $5 - $20 USD as a piece of hobbyist art.
Auction Estimate
$0 - $10 USD
Provenance History
Private collection. No visible labels or stamps; the piece appears to be a personal creation for a sketchbook or personal collection.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the democratization of art through digital and pop-culture influence. It reflects the common practice among modern artists to create 'character sheets' or 'line-ups' to explore variations on a theme (color theory and character age).
Notable Features
Includes specific ages (30-33) for the characters, which is a unique narrative detail contrasting the typically youthful depiction of fairies in mainstream media.
Condition Issues
Visible curling, creasing across the horizontal center, and slight paper warping. Some uneven pigment dispersion in the colored pencil work.
Conservation Recommendations
Store flat in an acid-free archival sleeve and avoid direct sunlight to prevent the colored pencil and ink from fading.