Serpent Print Appraisal

Circular 'Ouroboros Serpent' Landscape Print

This is a framed circular print or painting, characterized by vibrant, saturated colors and a whimsical, possibly surrealistic or folk art style. The central circular image depicts a vibrant landscape featuring a prominent green serpent forming a full circle (Ouroboros-like) at the top, biting its own tail, symbolizing eternity or cyclical renewal. Within this circular frame, there is a vivid landscape with large, stylized flora in various rich hues including purple, orange, red, and blue. A conical structure, possibly a pyramid or volcano, is visible in the middle ground, and a blue sky with light clouds forms the background. The foreground features abstract plant life and possibly a jar or vase-like structure. The color palette is very bright and diverse, creating a lively and energetic scene. The circular image is surrounded by a green border with a repeating pattern, which is then set within a larger, off-white mat board. The entire piece is enclosed in a slender, metallic frame, likely aluminum or a similarly finished material. The mat board appears clean and well-maintained. The image itself shows no obvious signs of significant damage like tears, creases, or major discoloration, maintaining its original vibrancy. There is some visible glare on the protective glazing, suggesting it is under glass or acrylic. The overall construction appears professional, indicative of a decorative piece of art, possibly a screen print, lithograph, or a giclée print. The style suggests a 20th-century origin, perhaps mid to late 20th century, given the intensity of the colors and stylized representation, reminiscent of psychedelic art or illustrative works from that period. The clarity of the image and lack of visible brushstrokes suggest it is more likely a print than an original painting.