Irises in Bloom
Decorative print (likely a lithograph or high-quality offset lithograph) on paper, framed under glass. • Judith Moore (signed in plate/printed signature).
Style & Movement
Contemporary Decorative Fine Art / Neo-Romantic Floral.
Medium & Technique
Print after an original watercolor or pastel painting; features soft color transitions, blended edges, and a hazy background typical of 20th-century decorative floral art.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1980-1995).
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches (including frame); Landscape format.
Subject Description
A botanical arrangement of four prominent iris flowers in shades of burgundy, light blue, white, and yellow against a soft, atmospheric background with green foliage and smaller, indistinct blossoms.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; framed under glass which has protected the surface, though the matting or paper may show slight acidity/yellowing due to age.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD (valuation heavily weighted on the frame's value).
Auction Estimate
$30 - $80 USD.
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a commercial art gallery, home decor retailer, or framing shop; indicates residential ownership.
Art Historical Significance
Representational of the late 20th-century trend for mass-marketed floral home decor that adapted traditional botanical subjects into soft-focus, romanticized aesthetics for the middle-class market.
Notable Features
Includes an ornate gilded composite frame with an inner linen-textured liner and a multi-layered matting system, which is a hallmark of late 20th-century professional framing styles.
Condition Issues
Possible minor fading from UV exposure; frame shows minor dust and potential surface scuffs; acidic matting may cause future 'mat burn' on the print edges.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure protection from direct sunlight to prevent further fading; if the matting is not acid-free, consider replacing it with archival materials to preserve the paper.