Seltzer Print Appraisal

Scout's Signal Print by O.C. Seltzer

The item is a framed print titled "Scout's Signal" by O.C. Seltzer, depicting a dynamic scene of a cowboy or scout on horseback. The print itself features a light brown or sepia-toned background, suggesting a dusty, arid landscape. The central figure, a male, is riding a brown horse in motion, with one leg raised, indicating a gallop or trot. The rider is depicted wearing a light-colored shirt, pants, and a dark vest or jacket. He holds a rifle in one hand and a hat aloft in the other, seemingly signaling or cheering. The artwork appears to have a painterly quality, characteristic of a reproduction of a watercolor or oil painting. The print is housed within a gold-colored wooden frame with a subtle, possibly distressed finish. The frame encloses a white or off-white fabric mat, which provides a significant border around the print, enhancing its presentation. Below the print and centered within the mat, there is a small, rectangular brass or gold-toned plaque with black text that reads 'SCOUT'S SIGNAL' at the top and 'O.C. Seltzer' below it. The entire piece is covered by a glass or acrylic pane, which shows some reflections from the surrounding environment but appears to be clear otherwise. The visible condition of the print and frame appears good, with no obvious signs of significant damage, fading, or wear affecting the artwork itself. The frame shows minor signs of age consistent with a vintage item, but nothing that detracts from its overall appeal. The mat material has a visible texture, likely linen or a similar fabric. The overall aesthetic suggests a Western art style, popular in the late 19th to mid-20th century.