Dragon Ball Art Appraisal

Dragon Ball Original Copyright Cel Art (Goku and Piccolo)

This item is a framed piece of artwork, likely an animation cel or a high-quality print thereof, featuring characters from the 'Dragon Ball' franchise. The central image depicts two primary characters, Goku (as a child) and Piccolo, in the foreground, with several other characters from the series subtly visible in the background, including Bulma, Master Roshi, Oolong, Yamcha, and Puar, arranged within an architectural style depicted by red and white structures. The artwork is vibrant with clear outlines and solid color fills, characteristic of animation production. It is encased within a natural wood tone frame, which appears to be made of light-colored wood, possibly maple or a similar timber, with a clean, unassuming profile that complements the art without distraction. A white mat board surrounds the central image, providing a visual border and separation from the frame. The overall dimensions are specified as 320mm x 262mm (12.6" x 10.3"). The item is categorized as an 'Underlay Gift' and bears the production code 'S21-06A022'. It is noted as an 'original copyright cel art' or 'original copyright cel sheet from 'Dragon Ball', specifically from the broadcast years 1986-1988, indicating it pertains to the very early period of the anime series. The production studio is identified as 'Toei Video'. The condition appears excellent with no visible damage, wear, or discoloration to the artwork or the frame given its presentation in what appears to be a catalog or promotional material. The craftsmanship of both the cel and the framing seems professional and of high quality, consistent with licensed merchandise or production materials. The unique aspect is its origin as an 'underlay' (likely referring to the background element upon which animation cels are placed) that is copyrighted for this specific use, suggesting it might be a rare or limited-release item.