Production Cel Appraisal

Dragon Ball Z Original Production Cel (Gohan)

This item is an original animation cel from the popular Japanese anime series, Dragon Ball Z, depicting the character Gohan. The cel is professionally framed in a golden-colored, possibly wood or composite, frame with a visible white inner matting, enhancing the presentation of the artwork. The dimensions appear to be approximately 289mm x 230mm, as indicated by visible text. The artwork itself features Gohan in a dynamic pose, set against a background of vibrant yellow and green radial lines, suggesting speed or energy. The character's attire includes a short-sleeved blue top, brown or orange pants with a darker belt, and light-colored hair, consistent with his 'Super Saiyan' transformation. The cel exhibits the characteristic hand-painted quality of traditional animation cels, with visible brushstrokes and ink outlines. The colors are vivid and appear well-preserved, suggesting good condition for its age. There are no readily apparent condition issues such as cracks, fading, or peeling observable from the image, and the framing seems to protect the cel effectively. The piece is clearly an original copyright licensed item, as denoted by the "Original copyright license" text. Given the broadcasting period of Dragon Ball Z, this cel likely dates from the 1980s to 1990s. The craftsmanship is typical of professional animation studio work, showcasing the detailed artistry involved in producing classic anime. The production studio is listed simply as 'Toei', referring to Toei Animation, the studio responsible for Dragon Ball Z, which adds to its authenticity and provenance.