Bordens Appraisal

Folk Art Style Framed Parade/Street Scene Print by Borden

The item is a framed art print depicting a vibrant and detailed street scene, likely a busy town or city street fair. The art style appears to be folk art or naive art, characterized by its colorful, whimsical, and somewhat flattened perspective. The central motif is a street lined with two-story buildings, including 'THE TOY SHOP,' 'NELLIE'S HATS,' 'NEW MUSIC,' and 'CLASSY LADY,' among others. The street is bustling with numerous stylized figures of people engaged in various activities, including what appears to be a parade or carnival. Notable elements include a truck carrying caged animals, a clown, an elephant, a giraffe, and various vendors and entertainers. Many figures are seen from the back, indicating an audience perspective. The color palette is bright and cheerful, dominated by browns for buildings, green for trees, and a wide array of primary and secondary colors for clothing and figures. The print is housed within a dark reddish-brown wooden frame with a visible grain, suggesting a traditional and sturdy construction. A white or off-white mat separates the print from the frame. There are light reflections on the glass covering the print, making some details obscured. The signature 'Borden' is visible in the bottom left corner, suggesting the artist's name. The overall condition appears good, with no obvious tears or significant damage visible, though the reflections prevent a full assessment. The style suggests an estimated age from the mid to late 20th century. The craftsmanship of the print itself is indicative of a mass-produced art print, rather than an original painting, given the clear lines and consistent colors common in reproduction.