Mid-Century Abstract Expressionist Mixed Media Painting

This item is a framed original mixed media artwork, likely from the Mid-Century Modern period (c. 1950s-1960s), showcasing an abstract expressionist style with cubist influences. The composition features a central Lute or Mandolin-like musical instrument, surrounded by deconstructed geometric and organic forms in a palette of muted earth tones, teal, black, and vibrant pops of pink and yellow. The execution suggests a combination of watercolor, gouache, and perhaps ink or charcoal on paper. The brushwork varies from broad, gestural sweeps in the background to more precise, calligraphic lines defining the central subjects. Regarding condition, there are visible signs of aging including minor foxing and slight yellowing of the paper substrate, particularly near the edges of the beveled white matting. The artwork is housed in a simple, dark-stained wooden square frame with protective glass. The top right corner shows what appears to be faint calligraphic markings or a signature, though they are obscured by the photo quality. The framing appears vintage but functional, with minor surface scuffs on the wood. The overall craftsmanship suggests a skilled hand consistent with mid-century academic or professional studio art.