Salmon Art Print Appraisal

Tlingit-Style Salmon Art Print

This item is an art print featuring a stylized depiction of two salmon, characteristic of Northwest Coast Indigenous art, likely Tlingit or Haida. The primary colors used are black for the main body of the fish, vibrant turquoise-blue for the eyes and internal forms, and a reddish-orange for accents on the mouths and fins. The background is a warm, earthy reddish-brown or terracotta hue, against which a circular reddish-orange shape, possibly representing the sun or moon, is visible in the upper right quadrant. The two salmon are rendered with flowing, curvilinear lines, interconnected and facing rightward, giving a sense of dynamic movement. Their forms are intricate, incorporating 'formline' elements such as ovoids and U-shapes. Below the main imagery, there is a decorative border with additional stylized motifs, also in black, turquoise, and reddish-orange, mirroring the aesthetic of the salmon. The print appears to be on a paper or board substrate, framed, though the frame itself is not clearly visible. The overall condition appears good, with no obvious major damage, tears, or significant discoloration visible from the provided image. The colors seem rich and unfaded, suggesting good preservation. In the lower left, faint signatures or numbering are present, '55/100' is visible, indicating it's a limited edition print, further suggesting it's a serigraph or lithograph rather than an original painting. The craftsmanship reflects the distinct cultural art tradition of the Pacific Northwest Coast Indigenous peoples.