Preliminary identification
Photo reference
2 uploaded photos
Overview
A vibrant lithographic print of Maxfield Parrish's 1922 masterpiece 'The Swing,' encased in a custom-made frame of iridescent purple and teal slag glass. The frame uses traditional copper foil stained-glass techniques to complement the ethereal, dreamlike palette of the artwork.
Story
Maxfield Parrish was the most popular American illustrator of the 1920s; it's said 1 in 4 US homes had his art. This specific image, 'The Swing,' captures his signature 'Parrish Blue' and a sense of impossible, golden-age wonder.
Maker / Origin
While the print is by Maxfield Parrish, the frame is the work of a later artisan studio. During the 1970s stained-glass revival, small workshops often paired classic Golden Age illustrations with slag glass to create 'instant heirlooms' for a new generation of collectors.
Condition & Value
The glass frame appears intact with no visible cracks. The solder has a natural aged patina, and the print shows good color saturation without significant sun-fading. Excellent condition for a decorative piece.
Full Research
Sold comps, value drivers, and venue guidance pulled from recent auction results.
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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.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.