Seahorse Colored Pencil Drawing In Spiral Bound Sketchbook Appraisal

Seahorse Colored Pencil Drawing in Spiral-Bound Sketchbook

This item is an original work of art depicting a seahorse submerged in a marine environment, executed in a spiral-bound sketchbook. The medium appears to be colored pencil, utilizing a layering technique to build texture and color depth. The seahorse is centrally positioned, rendered with detailed anatomical features including a segmented body, dorsal fin, and curled prehensile tail. The palette for the seahorse includes earthy tones of ochre, tan, and cream, accented with subtle hints of pink and green. The background is a dense, teal-green field representing deep water, contrasted by light green and yellow seaweed stalks in the foreground and mid-ground. The application of the pencil shows visible vertical strokes in the background, creating a sense of movement or light filtering through water. The paper is white and appears to be of standard drawing weight, with the top edge perforated and attached to a black wire spiral binding. There is no visible signature or date on the front of the piece. The overall condition is good, showing the naturally uneven texture of wax-based or oil-based colored pencils on paper, with no significant smudging, tears, or creases observed. The craftsmanship suggests a contemporary student or hobbyist level of skill, emphasizing realistic representation and botanical-style illustration.