Verso of a Photographic Print on Kodak Paper
The photograph's verso (back), providing the support/material component of a photographic print • Anonymous photographer; the paper was manufactured by Kodak
Style & Movement
Contemporary vernacular or commercial photography support material
Medium & Technique
Gelatin silver or C-print on resin-coated (RC) paper, featuring watermarked branding
Creation Period
Late 20th century, likely between 1970 and 1990 based on the Kodak watermark style
Dimensions & Format
Indeterminate; appears to be a standard photographic print size (e.g., 8x10 or 11x14 inches), portrait orientation in currently viewed section
Subject Description
The image shows the back of a photograph with a repeating diagonal watermark reading 'THIS PAPER MANUFACTURED BY KODAK' and 'PAPIER FABRIQUE PAR KODAK'
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; showing slight yellowing of the paper base and some soft creasing
Estimated Market Value
$1 - $5 (value is primarily sentimental/historical rather than investment-grade as an isolated verso)
Auction Estimate
Negligible for the paper alone; value would depend entirely on the image on the recto
Provenance History
Unknown; likely from a private collection or family archive using commercial processing services
Art Historical Significance
Represents the mass-market accessibility of photography in the late 20th century and the dominance of Kodak as a global supplier of photographic chemistry and paper
Notable Features
Features a bilingual English/French Kodak watermark, indicating distribution in North American or European markets
Condition Issues
Visible yellowing of the paper stock, minor surface abrasions, and soft handling creases
Conservation Recommendations
Store in acid-free, lignin-free archival sleeves; maintain at 60-70°F with 30-40% humidity; avoid exposure to direct UV light