Opening Day Butterfly Appraisal

"Opening Day - Butterfly" by Markus 06

This is a framed piece of original contemporary art or high-quality illustration. The artwork features a central stylized butterfly with deep pink and purple gradient wings outlined in heavy black ink, positioned beneath two abstract, teardrop-shaped orange elements that resemble chrysalises or botanical pods. The composition is vertical and minimalist, utilizing flowing, organic line work that suggests a tattoo-inspired or modern graphic style. It is rendered on a light-colored paper or cardstock that shows slight textural irregularities. The piece is titled "Opening Day - Butterfly" in the lower-left corner and signed "Markus 06" in the lower-right, suggesting a creation date of 2006. The frame is a rustic, dark-stained wooden wide-profile frame with visible grain and some minor scuffs, including a notable scratch on the bottom rail. The artwork appears to be well-maintained within the frame, showing no significant yellowing or water damage, though the frame's finish exhibits some age-related wear. The craftsmanship shows confident, precise ink work with smooth color blending, indicative of a professional illustrator or tattoo artist's aesthetic.