1997 Art Print Appraisal

Wayland 1997 Orca and Dolphin Print 'Underwater Serenity'

This item is a framed art print depicting a vibrant underwater scene featuring a pod of orcas and dolphins. The print is housed within a simple, light-colored frame, likely metallic (aluminum) or a painted wood composite, with a white mat board surrounding the artwork. The overall color palette is dominated by deep blues and turquoises, representing the ocean depths, with lighter blues and whites highlighting the marine animals. The composition shows several orcas and dolphins swimming gracefully in various orientations, with some appearing closer to the viewer and others further in the background. A strong light source from above, possibly the sun, casts rays down into the water, creating a luminous effect and highlighting the water's surface from below. The style is realistic with some artistic embellishment, capturing the playful and majestic nature of these marine mammals. Although difficult to ascertain the exact dimensions from the image, it appears to be a medium-sized print, suitable for wall hanging. The print itself seems to be in good condition, showing no obvious creases or tears. However, the protective glass or acrylic covering the print exhibits significant reflections, which obscure parts of the artwork and indicate it is being photographed under challenging lighting conditions. The frame appears to have some minor wear or dust accumulation, particularly visible in the upper right corner. Given the provided context, the print is dated 1997 and attributed to 'Wayland', suggesting a contemporary style print from the late 20th century. The quality of the print appears good, with clear imagery and saturated colors, indicating professional production. The artistic craftsmanship focuses on capturing the dynamic movement and serene environment of the marine life.