Paleolithic Inspiration (Wild Horses and Bovine)
Mixed media painting on textured support (likely handmade paper or plaster board) • Ginny Hogan
Style & Movement
Contemporary Primitivism / Neolithic Revival style
Medium & Technique
Mixed media including pigment, ink, and potentially acrylic or watercolor. The technique involves creating a high-texture, uneven surface to mimic rock wall fresco fragment (buon fresco or secco appearance) with deckled edges.
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (Contemporary)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 8x10 inches (artwork) within a 14x14 inch square format shadowbox frame.
Subject Description
A group of three reddish-brown galloping horses and a single yellow bovine figure against a polychrome background of earth tones, blues, and purples. It incorporates hand-print motifs in the upper left and lower right, referencing the archetypal iconography found in Paleolithic cave sites like Lascaux or Altamira.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Very Good. The irregular edges and texture are intentional artistic choices rather than damage. The frame appears stable.
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $300 USD
Auction Estimate
$75 - $150 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a gallery or regional art festival specializing in Southwest or contemporary Western art. Attributed to Ginny Hogan based on owner information.
Art Historical Significance
A contemporary interpretation of prehistoric art, reflecting a modern interest in the origins of human expression and the connection between nature and spirit. Within Ginny Hogan's oeuvre, it represents her thematic focus on horses and ancient symbolism.
Notable Features
Heavy textural impasto mimicking stone; deckled, torn-edge aesthetic; use of 'positive' hand-print stencils typical of shamanistic prehistoric art interpretations.
Condition Issues
Minor fading of atmospheric pigments possible if exposed to UV light; no visible structural damage or tears to the central fragment.
Conservation Recommendations
Glass should be upgraded to UV-protective museum glass if not already present. Avoid hanging in direct sunlight to prevent pigment degradation. Ensure the mounting remains acid-free.
Collector Notes
Ginny Hogan