Samy Art Appraisal

Abstract Figurative Serigraph by Samy

This item is a colorful, abstract serigraph (screenprint) on paper, featuring a lively composition with elements that suggest both figures and fantastical architecture. The print is characterized by a vibrant palette dominated by oranges, blues, greens, and reds, with accents of black and white. The style appears to be a blend of cubist and naive art, with fragmented shapes and whimsical forms. Visible physical characteristics include a rectangular image area, with significant white borders around the artwork itself, indicating it is likely matted for framing or intended for such. The colors are bold and appear well-saturated, suggesting a high-quality printing process. Notable features include what appear to be cartoonish figures or structures, some with striped patterns (blue and white, green and white), others with dotted or irregular textures. A prominent red, wavy shape resembling a bird or abstract cloud is visible in the upper right. Other shapes resemble a weather vane, various pouches, or architectural elements with domed tops. Markings indicate this is a limited edition print, numbered '21/117' on the lower left, signifying it is the 21st print out of an edition of 117. The artist's signature, 'SAMY', followed by the year '2000', is present on the lower right, hand-signed in pencil. The paper itself appears to be heavy stock, off-white in color, and shows no discernible condition issues like tears, creases, foxing, or significant discoloration, which speaks to its good preservation. The craftsmanship is evident in the precise registration of colors typical of serigraphy, and the overall energetic and playful aesthetic suggests a post-modern or contemporary art piece. This print represents a distinctive artistic style, likely appealing to collectors of modern or contemporary graphic art.