
Trompe-l'oeil Still Life Print with Fruit and Sewing Notions
This item is a rectangular art print featuring a classical still life composition. The central imagery displays a vertical arrangement of various objects, including several species of round squash or gourds in shades of green and tan, a spherical yellow fruit (possibly a lemon or orange), and a distinctive wicker-styled basket or decorative vessel. To the right of the central stack, various items suggest a domestic or sewing theme, including what appears to be a spool of deep red thread and a textured cloth or lace draped over the edge of a table. The background is a muted, tonal brown with soft gradients, while the foreground table surface is covered in a highly detailed, patterned white and ochre textile. The style is reminiscent of 17th-century Dutch or 19th-century American trompe-l'oeil painting, characterized by high detail and a dramatic play of light and shadow (chiaroscuro). The print is mounted with a wide, off-white or cream-colored paper mat and appears to be housed in a simple, dark-toned frame with a visible glint suggesting glass protection. The overall condition appears stable, though there is a subtle ripple in the paper mat on the right side, suggesting possible moisture exposure or improper mounting. No specific artist's signature is legible in the low-resolution image, but the craftsmanship of the original work suggests a professional artist specializing in realistic still life.
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Estimated Value
$40–$120
Basic Information
Category
Fine Art Prints
Appraised On
January 12, 2026
Estimated Value
$40–$120
Item Description
This item is a rectangular art print featuring a classical still life composition. The central imagery displays a vertical arrangement of various objects, including several species of round squash or gourds in shades of green and tan, a spherical yellow fruit (possibly a lemon or orange), and a distinctive wicker-styled basket or decorative vessel. To the right of the central stack, various items suggest a domestic or sewing theme, including what appears to be a spool of deep red thread and a textured cloth or lace draped over the edge of a table. The background is a muted, tonal brown with soft gradients, while the foreground table surface is covered in a highly detailed, patterned white and ochre textile. The style is reminiscent of 17th-century Dutch or 19th-century American trompe-l'oeil painting, characterized by high detail and a dramatic play of light and shadow (chiaroscuro). The print is mounted with a wide, off-white or cream-colored paper mat and appears to be housed in a simple, dark-toned frame with a visible glint suggesting glass protection. The overall condition appears stable, though there is a subtle ripple in the paper mat on the right side, suggesting possible moisture exposure or improper mounting. No specific artist's signature is legible in the low-resolution image, but the craftsmanship of the original work suggests a professional artist specializing in realistic still life.
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