
Satirical Chess Pawn with Crown Canvas Print
This item is a contemporary stretched canvas print featuring a stylized and somewhat whimsical graphic. The canvas is rectangular, vertically oriented, and appears to be of standard gallery wrap depth, with a dark gray, almost black, color covering all visible edges and the surface. The central motif is a brightly colored illustration of a chess pawn wearing a crown. The pawn itself is rendered in a vibrant purple, with simplified, blocky forms. The crown, placed atop the pawn, is a cheerful orange, and is depicted with a 'dripping' effect where it meets the pawn, suggesting a playful, perhaps even satirical, take on the concept of 'queenship' or promotion in chess. White outlines define the shapes of both the pawn and the crown, adding contrast and a graphic novel-like quality. Small white lines radiate outwards from the crown, implying light or importance. The piece exhibits a clean, modern aesthetic with no visible damage, wear, or patina. The colors are bold and appear well-saturated, suggesting a high-quality print. There are no discernible maker's marks, signatures, or stamps visible in the provided image. Given its contemporary graphic style and production method (canvas print), it likely dates to the 21st century. The craftsmanship appears to be commercially produced with good print quality and canvas stretching.
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Estimated Value
$75-125
Basic Information
Category
Wall Art
Appraised On
August 28, 2025
Estimated Value
$75-125
Additional Details Provided By Owner
User Provided Information
Canvas, satire
Item Description
This item is a contemporary stretched canvas print featuring a stylized and somewhat whimsical graphic. The canvas is rectangular, vertically oriented, and appears to be of standard gallery wrap depth, with a dark gray, almost black, color covering all visible edges and the surface. The central motif is a brightly colored illustration of a chess pawn wearing a crown. The pawn itself is rendered in a vibrant purple, with simplified, blocky forms. The crown, placed atop the pawn, is a cheerful orange, and is depicted with a 'dripping' effect where it meets the pawn, suggesting a playful, perhaps even satirical, take on the concept of 'queenship' or promotion in chess. White outlines define the shapes of both the pawn and the crown, adding contrast and a graphic novel-like quality. Small white lines radiate outwards from the crown, implying light or importance. The piece exhibits a clean, modern aesthetic with no visible damage, wear, or patina. The colors are bold and appear well-saturated, suggesting a high-quality print. There are no discernible maker's marks, signatures, or stamps visible in the provided image. Given its contemporary graphic style and production method (canvas print), it likely dates to the 21st century. The craftsmanship appears to be commercially produced with good print quality and canvas stretching.
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