Pixel Art Appraisal

Pixel Art Painting: Alien, Yeti, and Dog

This item is a contemporary painting on canvas, likely acrylic on stretched canvas given its clean lines and vibrant colors. The overall dimensions appear to be small to medium, possibly around 12x12 or 16x16 inches, based on its proportion to the wooden surface it rests upon. The artwork features a distinct pixel-art or retro video game aesthetic, characterized by blocky, segmented forms and sharp edges, reminiscent of early digital graphics. The primary colors used are black, white, a bright lime green for the alien, and various vibrant colors (red, blue, yellow, pink, purple) for the speech bubble's expletive symbols. The composition depicts three figures: a lime green alien seemingly seated on a pixelated black structure resembling stairs or a platform, a shaggy white and black creature (possibly a yeti or monster) with a red bandanna across its eyes, its fist raised in an aggressive posture, and a black and brown dog-like creature with visible teeth, positioned between the alien and the larger creature. The 'speech bubble' above the large creature contains a collection of stylized profanity symbols commonly used in comics and video games to denote anger or frustration. The canvas itself appears to be in excellent condition with no visible damage, tears, or significant wear. The edges of the canvas are white, indicating either unpainted sides or a gessoed finish. The painting technique suggests a steady hand and precise application of paint, achieving crisp, defined lines between color blocks. There are no visible artist's signatures or marks on the front face. The style is distinctly modern, drawing heavily from pop culture and nostalgic digital aesthetics, suggesting it was created in the late 20th or early 21st century.