Signed Photograph Gennaro Esposito – 2-Michelin-Starred Chef – COA Included

Autographed photo of Gennaro Esposito: the smile of one of Italy's greatest chefs

A photograph with color-toned details shows Gennaro Esposito with open arms in a welcoming gesture, wearing his chef's jacket with his name embroidered on the chest. The 15x20 cm shot captures the cordial smile and affable expression that have made the chef of Torre del Saracino one of the most beloved faces of Italian cuisine, both in the dining room and on television. The original autograph, applied with a blue marker in a broad, flowing stroke, crosses the central part of the image. A collector's item for those who admire the excellence of Campania cuisine and one of the most esteemed and influential chefs of his generation.

The chef: Gennaro Esposito

Gennaro Esposito was born in Vico Equense, on the Sorrento Coast. After a training period that took him to experience Paris at the Plaza Athénée and Monte Carlo at Louis XV alongside Alain Ducasse, he opened the Torre del Saracino restaurant in his hometown in 1992. In 2001, he earned his first Michelin Star, followed in 2003 by the Tre Forchette from Gambero Rosso, while in 2008, the second Star arrived. In 2011, he received the title of Best Italian Chef from Identità Golose, and in 2020, he was named Chef Mentor by the Michelin Guide, a recognition reserved for those who have trained and inspired new generations of chefs. Creator of the charitable event Festa a Vico, now over twenty years old, Gennaro Esposito has also opened restaurants in Milan, Ibiza, and London, becoming one of the most well-known and appreciated faces of Italian cuisine, also on television.

Certificate of Authenticity COA

This autograph comes with the MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) included free of charge and the COA Certificate of Authenticity issued exclusively by the most authoritative independent third-party certification bodies in the world of collecting (PSA, JSA, Beckett, Epperson, Autograph COA or Associazione Autografia) — both included in the price.

What is an original autographed photograph?

An original autographed photograph is a unique piece where the artist's signature has been applied directly to the print, without intermediaries or mechanical reproductions. It can be recognized by verifiable elements such as the irregular pressure of the stroke, the three-dimensionality of the ink on the paper, and the spontaneity of the graphic gesture, elements absent in printed signatures or facsimiles. In addition to these, the MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) is provided free of charge, with the option of a third-party COA for internationally recognized protection. The value of an autographed photograph increases over time in relation to the popularity and professional relevance of the signatory.

Authenticity and MTM guarantee

MTM Memorabilia is the Italian benchmark for demanding collectors of authentic sports memorabilia. Each piece is selected with rigorous quality and provenance criteria by our experts. The originality of the medium is guaranteed directly by MTM, while the provenance and veracity of the autograph are declared by the MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) included free of charge. Every shipment is made with rigid, shockproof, and moisture-proof packaging to ensure maximum protection during transport. Express courier with delivery within 24/72 hours from payment confirmation, both for Italy and abroad.