A Fisher Art Appraisal

Still Life with Flowers and Plants in Baskets by A. Fisher

This item is an oil painting titled 'Still Life with Flowers and Plants in Baskets' by the artist 'A. Fisher'. The painting depicts a vibrant arrangement of flowers, primarily in shades of orange, yellow, and white, nestled within a woven basket. Lush green foliage, possibly ferns or similar plants, spills out from another basket positioned below the main floral arrangement. In the upper right corner, a small hanging basket with green plant life adds depth to the composition. The background features light blue and pale green tones, possibly indicating an outdoor or sunlit indoor setting with grid-like elements that could suggest a windowpane or lattice. The painting exhibits a visible impasto technique, with thick applications of paint, particularly noticeable in the flower petals, which gives the artwork a textured, three-dimensional quality. The colors are bright and cheerful, suggesting a mid-20th century aesthetic, likely from the 1960s or 1970s. The artist's signature, 'A. Fisher', is clearly visible in black script in the lower-left corner of the canvas. The painting is housed within a two-part frame. The inner frame is a dark brown, possibly wooden, molding with a raised fabric liner, likely burlap or linen, in a natural, beige color. The outer frame is a wider, rustic-style wooden frame with a prominent wood grain, exhibiting some surface wear, scratches, and nicks, consistent with age and handling. This wear suggests the frame is original or nearly original to the painting. The overall condition of the painting itself appears good, with no obvious signs of cracking, flaking, or significant discoloration. The craftsmanship of the painting is amateur to semi-professional, characterized by its decorative intent and unrefined brushwork, typical of mass-produced art from the era.