Mos Eisley Painting Appraisal

"Han shot first" (Guido in Mos Eisley Salon from Han Solo's Perspective) by Hippo

This is a folk art painting, likely executed with oil pastels or similar waxy crayons, on a piece of light brown cardboard or similar rigid paperboard material. The dimensions appear to be roughly square, possibly around 10-12 inches per side, though exact measurements are not discernible from the image. The central figure is a green-skinned alien creature with large, black eyes rimmed in red, and prominent ear-like appendages on its head, strongly resembling the Star Wars character Greedo. It is depicted wearing a cowboy-style ensemble including a light yellow shirt, a brown vest, and a white belt with a buckle. A ruffled orange and white cravat or boutonniere is affixed to its chest. In its left hand, it holds what appears to be a blaster, and in its right hand, it grips a red-orange object, possibly smoking, with a cloud of white smoke emanating from it, referencing the 'Han shot first' narrative. The background features other indistinct figures in what appears to be a bustling interior scene, likely intended to be the Mos Eisley Cantina. To the right of the central figure, another creature with a horse-like head is visible, wearing an orange long-sleeved shirt and holding a tray of colorful items. The artist's signature, "Hippo," is visible in red script in the upper right corner. The artwork has a distinct naive or outsider art quality, characterized by its bold outlines, simplified forms, and vibrant, unblended colors. There are no obvious signs of significant damage like tears or major creases to the cardboard, but the edges appear somewhat worn, consistent with a piece of this material. The medium is applied thickly, creating a textured surface.