Overview
A whimsical and vibrant underwater scene featuring a mother and daughter mermaid duo swimming alongside a dolphin and a ray.
Preliminary identification
Photo reference
2 uploaded photos
Overview
A whimsical and vibrant underwater scene featuring a mother and daughter mermaid duo swimming alongside a dolphin and a ray.
Story
In 1947, the opening of Weeki Wachee Springs in Florida transformed the mermaid from a seafaring myth into a quintessentially American icon of glamour and roadside wonder.
Maker / Origin
The signature 'Griffin' belongs to a contemporary artist working within the 'Tiki' and 'Retro-Kitsch' revival movements.
Condition & Value
The print appears to be in excellent condition with no visible foxing, yellowing, or creasing. The colors remain vibrant and the paper edges are crisp. Maintaining this condition requires UV-protective glass when framing to prevent the blues and greens from fading. Excellent condition ensures it retains its full decorative value.
Full Research
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Regional auction
· Jun 2024Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
$1,280
Dealer archive
· Mar 2024Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
$1,450
Marketplace sale
· Jan 2024Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
$980
Estate platform
· Oct 2023Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
$1,150
Auction result
· Aug 2023Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.
$1,375