Nauman Mushrooms Appraisal

Vintage Framed & Matted Original Watercolor Paintings of Mushrooms by Hazel Nauman

This lot consists of two vintage, framed, and matted original watercolor paintings by artist Hazel Nauman. Both artworks depict mushroom subjects, with one painting featuring a cluster of reddish-brown mushrooms amidst green foliage, and the other showcasing a variety of colorful mushrooms, some with a more fantastical appearance, alongside other plant elements. Each watercolor is encased within a gold-toned frame that appears to have a decorative, possibly braided or beaded, relief pattern around the inner and outer edges. The frames are rectangular, with the upper painting being horizontally oriented and the lower one vertically oriented, suggesting they might be of different dimensions, or one is simply a taller aspect ratio. Both paintings are matted with a dark teal or forest green mat board, which provides a striking contrast to the artwork and the gold frame. The visible portion of the artwork itself indicates fine brushwork typical of watercolor medium. Given the 'Vtg.' (vintage) designation in the title, these pieces likely date from several decades ago, possibly mid to late 20th century. There are no obvious signs of significant damage to the frames or the visible artwork, such as cracks, chips, or major discoloration, from the provided image. The overall appearance suggests good craftsmanship in both the painting and the framing.