Alberto Martini postcard

  • gavinhedges

    21 messages

    United Kingdom

    Hi looking to purchase this postcard don’t know if it’s a repo or original? Have looked at others on google & this one has faint lines on back the one on google doesn’t? Any help thanks Gavin
  • lesubjonctif

    25 messages

    United States

    To determine if this is an original or reprint, consider the following:
    1. Medium and Surface:
    Original: Original paintings are typically on canvas, wood panels, or thick paper.
    Reprint: Reprints are usually on thinner paper or cardboard.
    2. Texture and Brushstrokes:
    Original:
    Examine the surface for visible brushstrokes, texture, and layering of paint.
    Reprint:
    Reprints lack the texture and brushstrokes of an original, appearing smooth and flat.
    3. Edges:
    Original: Original paintings often have irregular edges, especially if not framed.
    Reprint: Reprints typically have clean, straight edges due to the printing process.
    4. Signature and Details:
    Original:
    Examine the signature closely for authenticity. Compare it to known signatures of the artist.
    Reprint:
    Reprints may have a printed signature, lacking the unique characteristics of a handwritten one.
    5. Age and Provenance:
    Original: Research the artist and the artwork's history. Look for any documentation or provenance that establishes its authenticity.
    Reprint: Reprints might not have any historical documentation or provenance.
    6. Expert Appraisal:
    Original: For valuable artworks, consider seeking an expert appraisal to confirm its authenticity.
    Reprint: An expert can also identify a reprint by examining its characteristics.
    For the specific image you provided:
    The image appears to be a postcard, which suggests it is likely a reprint.
    The smooth appearance and lack of visible brushstrokes also point towards a reprint.
    However, to be certain, examine the physical postcard for details like paper quality, texture, and any potential markings that might indicate originality.
  • gavinhedges

    21 messages

    United Kingdom

    To determine if this is an original or reprint, consider the following:
    1. Medium and Surface:
    Original: Original paintings are typically on canvas, wood panels, or thick paper.
    Reprint: Reprints are usually on thinner paper or cardboard.
    2. Texture and Brushstrokes:
    Original:
    Examine the surface for visible brushstrokes, texture, and layering of paint.
    Reprint:
    Reprints lack the texture and brushstrokes of an original, appearing smooth and flat.
    3. Edges:
    Original: Original paintings often have irregular edges, especially if not framed.
    Reprint: Reprints typically have clean, straight edges due to the printing process.
    4. Signature and Details:
    Original:
    Examine the signature closely for authenticity. Compare it to known signatures of the artist.
    Reprint:
    Reprints may have a printed signature, lacking the unique characteristics of a handwritten one.
    5. Age and Provenance:
    Original: Research the artist and the artwork's history. Look for any documentation or provenance that establishes its authenticity.
    Reprint: Reprints might not have any historical documentation or provenance.
    6. Expert Appraisal:
    Original: For valuable artworks, consider seeking an expert appraisal to confirm its authenticity.
    Reprint: An expert can also identify a reprint by examining its characteristics.
    For the specific image you provided:
    The image appears to be a postcard, which suggests it is likely a reprint.
    The smooth appearance and lack of visible brushstrokes also point towards a reprint.
    However, to be certain, examine the physical postcard for details like paper quality, texture, and any potential markings that might indicate originality.
    • Created on Jan 27, 2025 at 3:36 AM
    • #1858800
    Hi thanks for replying
  • baltija
    Closed account
    free

    1055 messages

    Sweden

    The proper answer would be that it's impossible to conclude 100% by watching an image.

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