06 Art Appraisal

Signed Doughee '06 Abstract Tree Ink Drawing

This item is an abstract ink drawing depicting a stand of trees or a sparse forest scene. The artwork is presented in a simple black frame with a white mat or border that outlines the drawing. The drawing itself is rendered in stark black ink on a white ground, creating high contrast. The trees are depicted using bold, vertical strokes, varying in thickness and suggesting trunks and branches without intricate detail. The foreground features a chaotic mix of horizontal and diagonal lines, possibly representing undergrowth, fallen branches, or stylized ground cover, indicative of an expressive and somewhat gestural style. The artist's signature, "Doughee '06" (though 'Doughee' is an interpretation and could be another name that starts with a 'B' or 'D'), is visible in the lower right corner, confirming its creation in 2006. The drawing is housed behind a protective layer, likely glass or acrylic, within the frame. The overall condition appears excellent, with no visible tears, creases, or discoloration to the paper. The frame also seems to be in good condition, suitable for display. The style is modern, leaning towards abstract expressionism, and the monochromatic palette emphasizes form and texture. A yellow tag hangs from the bottom right of the frame, indicating it was part of an estate sale by "JUSTUS & CO., INC." and providing a price of "395" (presumably USD), along with the descriptive text "Signed Doughee '06". This suggests it was considered a marketable piece within a secondary market context.