Pont-Aven, France
Limited edition print on paper • J. Botz
Style & Movement
Contemporary naive / post-impressionist illustration style
Medium & Technique
Color lithography or serigraphy with flat areas of saturated color and bold graphic outlines
Creation Period
Late 20th century, c. 1970s-1990s
Dimensions & Format
Medium format, rectangular landscape orientation (estimated print size approx. 20 x 24 inches)
Subject Description
A vibrant coastal or riverside French village scene featuring traditional white houses with blue roofs, green hills, sailboats on the water, and figures strolling along the shore, inscribed 'Pont Aven, France' in pencil
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good overall condition with clean margins and bright, vibrant colors
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $300
Auction Estimate
$100 - $200
Provenance History
Numbered edition (160/250) with handwritten signature and title in the lower margin, indicating origin from a commercial fine art print gallery or direct publisher release
Art Historical Significance
Representative of popular mid-to-late 20th-century travel and scenic printmaking, capturing the picturesque charm of the famous artistic hub of Pont-Aven in Brittany, France
Notable Features
Pencil-annotated numbering '160/250' on the lower left, title 'Pont Aven, France' in the center, and signature 'j. botz' on the lower right
Condition Issues
Minor surface dust on glazing; paper appears well-preserved under glass with no apparent foxing or fading visible
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent color fading; ensure archival matting and backing if re-framed