To Restore or Not Restore ??

[gnaz01]

Originally Posted by bigfanNY

Yes as a couple fans of Christmas story have noticed it is of Italian extraction.

It's a major award!!

[EvilKing00]

Looks awesome just like that

[JollyElm]

Aaah! "Fra-GEE-lay!" It must be Italian!

[JollyElm]

Perhaps first you should talk to a restorer and ascertain what he/she would be able to do to it and at what cost to the original piece. If that stain could be removed nearly entirely without much of an effect to your poster, it may be worth it. Sorta like soaking a baseball card? Getting more information and insight will allow you to make the right decision.

[Cozumeleno]

I actually like the stain on it. I know that you might not find it aesthetically pleasing, but to me, it adds character. I think if you found the right antique frame for it and had it professional done, it would look incredible.

[Leon]

I almost always preach not to restore.....but on the poster, for me, I am not so sure. There are several factors to consider. What is the value of the poster in as-is condition vs preservation and/or restoring (2 different things)? Sometimes restoring can greatly diminish value. However, for a poster which isn't too valuable, and would display nicer without the stain, I would consider it. If I have piece that is made to be displayed I would always, at least, consider it. My Horner Composite has a tiny, tiny bit of restoration...probably less than 2 inches on the entire piece.....while I am not the one who had it done I would do it again if it were left to me. It was also deacidified and lightly cleaned for preservation (*by Graphic Conservation in Chicago)......
It comes down to what looks better to the owner when viewing it, if the value is the same. I would strongly consider getting the stain out if it were mine (and after I determined it wouldn't hurt value).

[ullmandds]

like leon i tend to be conservative...but id restore this...i think it'd be relatively easy and would greatly improve esthetic value as well as $$$$.