Vintage Magical Glass DCG Old Man Smoking Pipe Sculpture Hologram 3D Art 1980's
This is a highly collectible and sought after vintage glass plated DCG (dichromatic gelatin) hologram. This exceptional hologram was part of my private collection for many years. I do not know the name of the artist who created this piece back in the early 1980's, but they were very talented. The detailed image of the old man and his pipe are much more impressive than can be seen by the listing photos. The image is very large, bright and clear. This hologram is a true collectors display centerpiece.
In regular sunlight the image is clearly visible, as if it is actually three dimensional. The hologram is matted & framed (11.5" by 9.5" ) and can be placed on a desk or wall mounted. The hologram itself measures approx. 7" tall and 5" wide.
The hologram is in excellent well preserved condition (see the listing photos for detail). All photos in this listing of this Hologram were taken under regular sunlight with no special lighting.
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What is a Hologram:
A Hologram is an image created by illuminating an object with laser light. All of the three dimensional characteristics of the object are recorded when the laser light reflects from the object on to a piece of holographic film. The film is then specially processed to enable ordinary white light to recreate a most realistic three dimensional picture.
Viewing:
Holograms require light. To produce a bright and clear image, use a strong clear light source like sunlight or lamp bulb. A poor light source (fluorescent light or a cloudy day) will produce a foggy image.
How to Display:
Frame the hologram so that it is completely flat. Illuminate the hologram with a single bright light source (one spotlight, a clear light bulb, a flashlight, or direct sunlight). Angle the light and/or picture frame so that the beam strikes the front of the hologram from above at approximately a 45-degree angle. At the proper viewing angle, the 3D image will be distinct and colorful. Colors will shift slightly at different viewing angles.
Note- for best results this hologram should be viewed under direct sunlight or single bulb LED and at a 45 degree angle.