Artist: Melinda Roos. While not a widely documented "blue-chip" artist in major auction databases, the signature is clear. There are several artists with the surname Roos (most notably the 17th-century Roos family and 20th-century South African artist Linda Roos), but this specific piece appears to be a mid-to-late 20th-century decorative work.
Subject: A floral still life featuring Cosmos (the pink and white daisy-like flowers) and Baby's Breath (the small white clusters) in a soft, ethereal arrangement.
Medium: Oil on canvas. The texture of the canvas weave is clearly visible through the paint, and the blending in the background is characteristic of oil wet-on-wet techniques.
Style: Late Impressionist / Decorative Still Life. The soft focus and muted pastel palette were very popular for home decor in the 1970s and 80s.
Condition Assessment
Painting: The canvas appears to be in good stable condition. There are no obvious signs of "craquelure" (cracking) or paint loss, though there is some light surface dust/grime consistent with age.
Frame: The frame is a classic "double-moulding" style with a linen liner and a gold-toned outer edge. It shows some minor scuffing and age-related wear but remains structurally sound and complements the era of the piece.
Estimated Value
R 1,200 - R 2,000
| Bidder No | Bidder | Time | Amount |
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| 21 | Sweeney Zabeth | 2026-07-31 09:34:39 | 1 |
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