Ted Degrazia Appraisal

DeGrazia 'La Verga' Print / Reproduction, 1981

This item is a framed print or reproduction of a painting by the artist DeGrazia, titled 'La Verga' and dated 1981. The artwork depicts a young, stylized child with large, dark eyes and dark hair, sitting and holding a white dove. The child is rendered with a simple, illustrative style, wearing what appears to be a red-orange garment over a blue lower portion, possibly pants or a blanket. The background is an abstract blend of soft cool tones, suggesting an outdoor or ambiguous setting. The signature 'DeGrazia' is prominently visible in the lower right corner. In the lower left, there is additional text that appears to read 'La Verga' and '1981,' with another signature or inscription that is less clear but possibly 'DeGrazia's' signature or a dedication. The print exhibits some signs of age, including yellowish discoloration, particularly noticeable in the upper left corner and generally throughout the lighter areas of the paper, consistent with acid migration or exposure to light over time. There are no immediate visible tears or creases. The print is housed within a dark-stained wooden frame with a subtle beaded trim along the inner edge. The frame appears to be in good condition with no obvious damage. The print itself seems to be under glass, which shows reflections in the image, making it difficult to assess the exact medium or texture of the original work, though it appears to be a watercolor or mixed media reproduction. The overall style is characteristic of DeGrazia's whimsical and often child-centric artistic approach, popular during the mid to late 20th century.