Wild Cat Sketch Appraisal

Framed Serval Wild Cat Sketch

This item is a framed wildlife sketch depicting two serval cats (Leptailurus serval), a medium-sized African wild cat. One cat is shown sitting upright while the other is reclining beside it. The artwork is rendered in what appears to be a mixed media of charcoal and graphite on tan-toned paper, giving it a soft, naturalistic aesthetic. The fine detailing on the spotted fur and large ears shows a high level of craftsmanship and careful observation of animal anatomy. The piece is matted with a deep forest green mat and housed in a slender gold-toned metallic or gilded wood frame. The entire assembly is currently wrapped in protective plastic film, which causes surface glare in the documentation photographs but suggests the item has been stored with care. The condition appears decent, with no immediate signs of moisture damage, though light waviness in the paper may be present under the plastic. The style is indicative of late 20th-century wildlife illustration, likely from the 1980s or 1990s. While a specific artist signature is obscured by the glare and wrapping, the quality suggest a professional illustrator or specialized wildlife artist.