Sentimental Art Appraisal

Sentimental Children's Portrait Art Print

This item is a framed art print featuring a depiction of two young children, possibly siblings or close friends, with their faces very close, suggestive of a kiss or whisper. The style appears to be a wistful or sentimental portrait, possibly a watercolor or pastel print given the soft, blended colors and textured appearance. The primary colors in the children's faces are warm skin tones, with light blonde or brown hair. They are seemingly enveloped in a soft, bluish-purple fabric or blanket. The background behind the children has a mottled appearance with hints of pink flowers, possibly roses, offering a subtle floral motif. The print is housed within a matted frame. The mat board is a visible off-white or cream color, providing a generous border around the artwork. The frame itself is made of what appears to be wood or a composite material with a silver or pewter-colored finish on the outer edge, and a thinner, contrasting gold-colored inner edge that abuts the mat. There are slight visible scuffs or minor wear on the silver-colored frame, but overall the condition seems good with no major damage observed. The glass covering the print is clear. Based on the style and general appearance, the print likely dates from the late 20th century, possibly the 1980s or 1990s, a period popular for such sentimental children's prints. The craftsmanship of the framing appears to be standard for mass-produced framed art, with a clean cut mat and well-defined frame. No specific artist signature or edition number is clearly visible in the provided image, though there are blurred markings at the bottom left and right of the print area which suggest potential signatures or numbering.