Christmas Print Appraisal

Christmas Frolic Print by Lowell Herrero

This item is a framed art print, likely a lithograph or giclée, entitled 'Christmas Frolic' by the artist Lowell Herrero. The print depicts a charming, idyllic winter village scene, bustling with activity. The color palette is predominantly cool blues, grays, and whites for the snow-covered landscape and sky, contrasted with warm reds and browns for the buildings and muted tones for the figures. The composition is highly detailed, featuring numerous small figures engaged in various winter activities, such as ice skating on a frozen pond in the foreground, playing in the snow, and interacting near houses. A horse-drawn sleigh is visible, as are several prominent snow-laden trees and a distant mountainous backdrop. The houses and barns, characteristic of rural American architecture, are blanketed in snow, and smoke appears to rise from some chimneys, suggesting warmth and domesticity. In the lower left corner, 'S.A.P. Christmas Frolic' is printed, suggesting this might be a special or artist's proof edition (S.A.P. typically stands for 'Signed Artist Proof'). The artist's signature, 'Lowell Herrero', is visible in pen in the lower right corner, indicating it is likely a hand-signed piece, which adds to its value. The print is housed in a simple, light brown wooden frame with a neutral-colored mat, under glass or acrylic glazing. The visible condition appears good, with no obvious major damage, tears, or significant discoloration to the print itself. Reflections on the glazing prevent a complete assessment of the entire surface but do not indicate any severe issues. The style is distinctly folk art or naive art, known for its narrative quality and charming, unsophisticated aesthetic. The estimated age would be late 20th to early 21st century, consistent with Herrero's period of major activity. The craftsmanship of the print itself is high quality, as is typical for limited edition prints by established artists.