Butterfly Over Lilacs
Painting on stretched canvas • Stopka (signed lower center)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Folk Art / Naive Art
Medium & Technique
Acrylic on canvas; utilizing alla prima brushwork, dotting for floral highlights, and textural stippling
Creation Period
2026 (dated by signature)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 x 16 inches; portrait format
Subject Description
Composition featuring a blue and black butterfly hovering above a dense cluster of blooming purple, pink, and blue flowers (likely lilacs or hydrangeas), with spindly green stalks rising against a radial blue sky background.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; no visible signs of age-related degradation or physical damage
Estimated Market Value
US $150 - $400
Auction Estimate
US $100 - $300
Provenance History
Likely a contemporary primary market sale or private commission; no visible gallery labels or auction stamps
Art Historical Significance
Representational of modern amateur or emerging professional practice in the 21st century, focusing on vibrant decorative aesthetics and nature-inspired themes common in contemporary community art circles.
Notable Features
Distinctive radial ‘burst’ background effect; stylized butterfly anatomy; prominent signature 'Stopka 26' at the bottom center.
Condition Issues
None visible; the canvas tension appears stable and the pigment layer is intact without craquelure.
Conservation Recommendations
Display away from direct UV sunlight to prevent acrylic pigment fading; house in a float frame for protection; maintain stable room temperature and humidity.