Art Conservation Appraisal

Framed Artwork Backing

This item is the reverse side of a framed piece of artwork or a photograph, revealing its construction and various applied labels and markings. The primary material is a brown, fibrous backing paper, likely kraft paper or similar, which is affixed to the wooden frame structure. The paper is generally flat but shows signs of wear and minor creasing, particularly around the edges where it meets the frame. Along the top edge, a 'sawtooth' picture hanger is securely attached with small nails, indicating it's ready for wall display. This hanger is gold-toned metal. Pieces of white adhesive tape are visible near the hanger, possibly reinforcing the attachment or securing the backing paper. Hand-written numbers '48 013557 30' are present in black marker across the upper middle section of the backing, possibly inventory or identification numbers from a past owner or retailer. In the upper right corner, a Goodwill price tag is affixed, colored blue and white, with a price of '$7.99' and a barcode, suggesting it was purchased from a thrift store. Near the center-right, a small white rectangular sticker provides manufacturing details, including 'Type of Manufacturer: P7000', 'Lot No.: G-01-T/P', 'Mfg date: 2023.01.21', and 'Made in China'. The frame itself, partially visible, appears to be made of light-colored, possibly painted or gessoed wood, with some minor scuffing and discoloration along its exposed edges. The overall condition suggests pre-owned status, consistent with an item found in a thrift store. The modern manufacturing date (2023.01.21) indicates it is a contemporary piece.