J Van Cleave Appraisal

Limited Edition Landscape Print by J. Van Cleave

The item is a limited edition fine art print, likely a giclée or lithograph, of a landscape scene. The visible portion of the print depicts a ground or field area rendered with muted earth tones, predominantly browns and yellows, with hints of green and subtle grey or blue accents suggesting rocks or water features. The brushstrokes or printing effects appear somewhat loose and painterly, characteristic of an impressionistic or landscape style. The print is presented within a white or off-white mat board, which acts as a border around the artwork. Below the image, on the mat or the print itself, there is a visible handwritten signature that appears to read 'J. Van Cleave'. Adjacent to the signature, the print is numbered '*/100', indicating it is from a limited edition of 100 copies. The asterisk suggests the specific number within the edition is either obscured or a placeholder, but it clearly establishes the limited nature of the piece. The print is housed within a dark wooden frame, visible along the bottom edge, suggesting it is framed for display. The mat board shows no immediate signs of damage or discoloration, maintaining a clean appearance. The print itself appears to be in good condition, with no obvious creases, tears, or significant fading discernible from the image. The quality of the printing appears high, suggesting good craftsmanship in the reproduction process. The overall aesthetic points to a contemporary or late 20th to early 21st-century production.