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Description
I did not know who RC was but fell inlove with this print. I think it is a print but not sure because of the frame and glass. The signature looks authentic but I can't find this print anywhere and do not know what it is called. On the back it has the number and letter LS29. I do not dare take the paper backing off to see if there is anything else writen on the back. It is very well framed.
Category
Paintings
Distinguishing marks
R.C. Gorman
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
Inside Matt 28X22
History
Found this print professionally framed at a Goodwill store.
Price Paid (If known)
$20
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Re: R.C. Gorman print or lithograph
I am not an appraiser nor do I offer authentications. I do carry my uncle's work and have become more familiar with it in recent years. I only offer to share information to help keep people informed about his work.
From your photo, I think you have either a poster print or an original pastel drawing. It is more likely a poster print. The best way to know what you have is to take the back off the frame (it's only paper that is attached with a special doublesided tape). A framer should be able to replace the backing for your very easily. you may even be able to get them to help you remove it all to get a closer look.
A poster will be very obvious. It will have a printed text (unless cut off) and be on heavy, but lamimated paper. RC would be rather particular with his drawing paper. If you do have an original. it will be a heavy textured paper. Likely it would have a watermark or stamp.
The lithographs are also prints, but a much more involved process than the posters. The style of line and color is a distinguishing factor. They would have a signature, a date, and a number written by hand along the bottom. There would also likely be embossed stamps along the bottom.
Poster can range from a few dolloars to a few hundred. Lithographs from a few thousand, and the originals to several thousand.
Good luck