Park Bench At Night Print Appraisal

Framed Art Print: 'Park Bench at Night' (or similar title) by Leonid Afremov

This item is a framed art print, likely a reproduction, of an oil painting by Leonid Afremov. The artwork depicts a vibrant, impressionistic nighttime park scene, characterized by a highly saturated and diverse color palette. A prominent park bench with what appears to be a dark, possibly ornate, metal frame and light-colored wooden slats is visible on the left side, angled towards the center. The background features a forest or treelined pathway illuminated by several streetlights, their glow reflecting vibrantly on what appears to be a wet surface, suggesting rain or standing water. The trees are rendered with a multitude of colors, creating a pointillistic or impasto-like effect, though this would be a printed illusion in a reproduction. The dominant colors include various shades of red, orange, yellow, blue, green, and purple, contributing to a warm and inviting yet melancholic atmosphere. The artist's signature, "Leonid Afremov," is clearly legible in the lower-left corner of the print itself, confirming the artist. The print is housed within a multi-component frame. It features a wide, ornate gold-colored frame with a repeating raised pattern, giving it a classic and somewhat elaborate appearance. Inside this outer frame, there is a dark blue, possibly fabric-covered (velvet or suede-like) mat that acts as a border for the print. The mat appears to be in good condition with no visible tears or significant discoloration. The print itself appears to be in good condition with no obvious tears, creases, or major fading visible through the glass/Plexiglas. The overall construction suggests a commercially produced framed print, likely from the late 20th or 21st century, given Afremov's contemporary working period.