How do you tell if a cel or sketch is real?

RoboFlonne · Post by **RoboFlonne** » Mon Sep 18, 2006 3:09 pm

I get asked that question alot and I just wanted to make sure what I say is true and is generally what you guys do.

1. Check if the cel or sketch looks very similar to other sketches and cels from the same anime
2. Check the seller's collection and reputation.
3. show that sketch or cel to other people who have a good collection and see what they think?

That's usually what I tell them to do! What else would you suggest?

glorff · Post by **glorff** » Mon Sep 18, 2006 3:27 pm

Start with the basics:

Is the drawing on Japanese sized paper?

Is the paper punched?

Does the drawing have a letter/ number?

Are the lines sure and single with good crisp corners and no overlaps?

This will not cover everything (like rough sketches), but it is a good way to start,

and there are always exceptions

Sparta101 · Post by **Sparta101** » Mon Sep 18, 2006 3:55 pm

You and glorff have covered most of the points just 1 more check the screen shot make sure it all matches up.

Ms. Poe · Post by **Ms. Poe** » Mon Sep 18, 2006 4:07 pm

Usually I just ask the cel/sketch if it's real. It usually fesses up pretty quick when it sees the bat with nails in it...

jenn-b · Post by **jenn-b** » Mon Sep 18, 2006 4:44 pm

Poe...I really needed that! Thanks!

*runs off with bat to check all of my books*

RoboFlonne · Post by **RoboFlonne** » Mon Sep 18, 2006 4:48 pm

I don't have one with nails in it....

glorff · Post by **glorff** » Mon Sep 18, 2006 5:06 pm

Usually I only spike the drinks

jenn-b · Post by **jenn-b** » Mon Sep 18, 2006 5:34 pm

glorff wrote:Usually I only spike the drinks

I could use one of those too! Of course, I'm pretty certain that I should not run with the spiked bat AND a spiked beverage!

Post by **sensei** » Mon Sep 18, 2006 6:36 pm

Generally if it looks like it's been used hard (scuffs, dings, paint splats, creases, coffee stains, etc.) it's a genuine studio artifact. Fan cels and repro sketches look crisp and new, as if they have never been touched, which they haven't. From what I've heard about actual studio practice, sketches and cels are means to an end, and they get treated with remarkable casualness, particularly after they've been scanned or photographed.

Plus genuine cels have that "trace lines" smell. Open the bags and breathe deeply. When you awaken from your harem- or bishie-infested dreams, you will never forget that distinctive scent. That will be one of the surest signs of genuineness in your future collecting.

minigt · Post by **minigt** » Mon Sep 18, 2006 9:53 pm

Thanks Sensei - I can't wait to try it!!!

samiamew · Post by **samiamew** » Tue Sep 19, 2006 4:41 pm

I'm pretty certain that I should not run with the spiked bat AND a spiked beverage!

..................only if you have the spiked-heels to go with it

Zag · Post by **Zag** » Thu Sep 21, 2006 7:24 am

WEll, I know all mine are legit, cuz who would bother to make fan cels of Jura Tripper? (Well, besides me.. )

jenn-b · Post by **jenn-b** » Thu Sep 21, 2006 7:27 am

samiamew wrote:
I'm pretty certain that I should not run with the spiked bat AND a spiked beverage!
..................only if you have the spiked-heels to go with it

Indeed I do! But now you're just creating an ugly situation!!

Gonzai · Post by **Gonzai** » Thu Sep 21, 2006 9:55 am

jenn-b wrote:Indeed I do! But now you're just creating an ugly situation!!

OMG - that's an understatement!! I have seen her walk in
flat shoes.

**hugs Jenn**

jenn-b · Post by **jenn-b** » Thu Sep 21, 2006 10:47 am

*swats Nida*

It is true though...I can trip over a speck of dust!