Ken Williams Appraisal

Framed Limited Edition Art Print by Ken Williams

This item is a framed limited edition art print by artist Ken Williams, as evidenced by the visible signature 'Ken Williams' and '223/500' marking, indicating it is the 223rd print out of a total edition of 500. The print itself depicts a serene natural landscape, featuring a flowing river or stream with visible rocks in its bed, and what appears to be a dark, forested or mountainous background with some lighter elements resembling vertical tree trunks or light catching on a distant structure. The color palette of the artwork is predominantly dark, suggesting a twilight or dimly lit scene, with subtle highlights. The print is housed under glass and framed in a real wood frame with a rich, reddish-brown finish, possibly cherry or mahogany-stained, and features a gold-toned inner trim with a textured or beaded design, adding to its aesthetic appeal. A dark, possibly maroon or deep green, mat borders the artwork, separating it from the frame. The overall condition is described as 'good condition' by the second owner. However, some visible dust, glare, and what appear to be smudges or light scratches are present on the glass surface, as captured by the reflection in the image. These are likely superficial to the glass and not affecting the print itself. The frame, being real wood, suggests a higher quality presentation for the artwork. The precise style period is difficult to ascertain without seeing the full artwork, but the nature scene and limited edition print format are common across various contemporary art periods, likely mid-to-late 20th century or early 21st century. The craftsmanship of the framing appears solid, indicating a piece intended for display.