Children Bathing Appraisal

Framed Art Print: Children Bathing in a Tub

This item is a framed art print depicting a charming pastoral scene of two young children. One child, with dark hair, is seated upright in a galvanized metal tub filled with white soap suds, appearing to be taking a bath. The tub is rendered in shades of grey and silver, suggesting its metallic nature. Splashes of water and suds are visible on the wooden floorboards around the tub, indicating playful movement. A second child, with blonde hair and wearing a red shirt and dark trousers, is kneeling on the floor beside the tub, reaching a hand into the splashed water or suds. The background features light-colored walls, possibly wood paneling or plaster, adding to the rustic aesthetic. The artist's signature, which appears to read 'Jann Bailey' or similar, is visible in the lower left portion of the print. The print itself is encased within a white mat board, which in turn is housed within a dark brown wooden frame. The frame has a simple, classic profile. The print appears to be in good condition with no immediate visible damage or discoloration on the print itself, though the lighting of the photograph makes a full assessment of its condition difficult. The frame shows some slight wear consistent with age or handling, particularly a few scuffs or minor chips visible at the bottom edge. This artwork evokes a sense of innocence and childhood play, characteristic of genre scenes often popular in late 20th-century or contemporary print markets. The craftsmanship of the framing appears to be standard, and the print itself is likely a lithograph or giclée reproduction.