Still Life with Hurricane Lamp and Rabbit Figurines
Framed mass-produced print on paper • C. Gray (attributed to a commercial decorative artist)
Style & Movement
20th-century Americana / Traditional Realism
Medium & Technique
Mechanical offset lithography or high-quality photographic print
Creation Period
1982 (dated by signature)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 16 x 20 inches plus frame; vertical portrait orientation
Subject Description
A nostalgic interior still life featuring an lit hurricane lamp, two rabbit figurines, and a potted plant on a wooden console table before a window with lace curtains. An oval-framed Victorian-style portrait of a girl hangs on the wall to the right. The composition evokes domestic comfort and vintage aesthetics.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Overall Good; some visible fading and glass reflections suggest aging but no major structural damage
Estimated Market Value
$20 - $50 USD
Auction Estimate
$10 - $30 USD
Provenance History
likely purchased through a retail furniture or home decor store in the 1980s; no specific fine art provenance labels visible
Art Historical Significance
Representative of late 20th-century mass-market decorative arts designed for residential interiors; holds sentimental value rather than high art historical status.
Notable Features
Features a clear artist signature 'C. Gray' with a copyright symbol and the date '82' in the bottom right corner.
Condition Issues
Mild UV fading of pigments; potential acid migration from a non-archival matting; minor scuffs on the wood-grained frame.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent further fading; consider replacing current glass with UV-protective glass if preserved for sentimental reasons.