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THE DIFFERENT CONDITION OF A POSTER

If a poster is appreciated for its rarity, subject, signature or age and sometimes its size, it is also appreciated by its condition, which is an important component of its value. Please find below the different conditions of the posters proposed by www.posterissim.com

New : "mint". The poster has been handled but never used and has been carefully stored. This condition generally applies to the most recent posters.

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Excellent condition : also called "condition A" or "near mint". The condition of the poster is above average even if it shows slight traces of use. The poster has no major flaws and is not missing anything. Only minor defects are accepted, such as pinholes or slight discoloration on older objects. www.posterissim mainly sells posters in this condition.

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Very good condition : or "very fine". The condition of the poster is close to "excellent condition" but with some additional defects such as slight tears or more pronounced folds.

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Good condition : also known as "condition B". The visual is clean but has more pronounced defects than those of the previous conditions, sometimes with traces of moisture or yellowing of the paper. These defects have been often corrected during the restoration process, followed by washing and mounting.

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Fair condition : "C" (suitable condition). The condition of the poster is below average, with a multiplication of defects (missing, discoloured, scotch, damaged edges), but remains very presentable.

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Poor condition : or "condition D". Poster torn into several pieces, often with significant gaps and severe discoloration. Except for exceptional documents (historical or cultural) requiring extensive restoration, www.posterissim.com does not sell posters in this condition.

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THE ARTIST'S SIGNATURE ON AN ORIGINAL VINTAGE POSTER

THE ARTIST'S SIGNATURE ON AN ORIGINAL VINTAGE POSTER Stemming from the tradition of goldsmiths who signed their creations with a hallmark, the artist's signature on a poster (usually on the front of the poster in the lower right-hand corner) indicates that the artist has completed and approved the work.
This practice became widespread in the 19th century with the development of the art market.
The signature is usually printed directly on the plate, sometimes accompanied by the year in which the work was created.
Sometimes, however, the document is neither signed nor dated. It is therefore considered anonymous, but retains its character as an original poster.
Some posters are hand-signed by the artist and sometimes numbered.
These are specific editions or prints, and are mentioned on the product sheet of www.posterissim.com.
The signature is an important guarantee of authenticity for the buyer and collector, and the vast majority of www.posterissim.com posters are signed. The artist can sign in many different ways. The following is a non-exhaustive list:

1. Complete, like Roger Broders :

2. By the initial of the name accompanied by a symbol, like R. Gruau (G) :

3. As initials of first name and surname as Emile Cardinaux (E.C) :

4. Using a pseudonym like Georges Taboureau (Sandy Hook) :

5. Condensed and dated, like Justin Marie Georges Dorival (Géo Dorival):

6. Taking the form of a “logo”, like Charles Hallo (Alo):

7. With the creation of a monogram, as by Henri de ToulouseLautrec:

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