Autographed Photograph Stefano D'Orazio – Pop Art Four-Color Illustration – COA Included

Autographed photo of Stefano D'Orazio: quadricolor pop art illustration with original signature

A relic of extraordinary rarity and sentimental value for collectors of Italian music memorabilia and fans of Pooh: the autographed photo of Stefano D'Orazio in 30×21 cm format, a quadricolor pop art illustration depicting his portrait in four distinct chromatic variations—yellow, blue-green, turquoise, and olive green—in a visual homage directly to Andy Warhol's aesthetic that emphasizes the iconic character of the person. The four-panel composition, with his thumbs up and a smile that conveys all the warmth and friendliness that made him one of the most beloved figures in Italian entertainment, gives the piece additional aesthetic value with great impact. The original signature is placed with a black marker in the lower left panel, with the name "Stefano" written in cursive in a spontaneous, broad, and perfectly legible manner. The condition is Excellent, with the support intact and vivid colors perfectly preserved. Given the passing of Stefano D'Orazio on November 6, 2020, his signature is now extremely rare on the market, and the value of this piece is destined to grow significantly over time.

The protagonist: Stefano D'Orazio

Stefano D'Orazio (Rome, September 9, 1948 – Milan, November 6, 2020) was the drummer and one of the most beloved composers of Pooh, the Italian band with the longest career and the highest number of records sold in the history of national pop music. Founder of the group along with Roby Facchinetti, Dodi Battaglia, and Red Canzian, D'Orazio played a decisive role in building the sound and identity of Pooh over forty years of activity, writing lyrics for songs that became part of the sentimental and cultural heritage of entire generations of Italians. His exuberant personality, contagious irony, and human generosity made him one of the most beloved members of the band, even by younger audiences. After leaving Pooh in 2009, he continued to be present in the Italian entertainment scene as an author, presenter, and television personality. His untimely death in November 2020, due to complications related to Covid-19, left an unfillable void in the world of Italian music. His autograph signature is now one of the rarest and most precious relics in national music collecting.

COA Certificate of Authenticity

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 certifying bodies in the collecting sector worldwide (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 protagonist's signature has been directly affixed to the support in certified presence, without intermediaries. It differs significantly from printed reproductions or facsimiles by several verifiable elements: the irregular and natural pressure of the stroke, the three-dimensionality of the ink on the support, and the spontaneity of the graphic gesture. In addition to these visual elements, the MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) is included free of charge, and a COA from an independent certifying body is included in the price. The collectible value of a certified autographed photograph grows over time in relation to historical relevance, the rarity of signatures available on the market, and the international popularity of the subject.

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 support 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, shock-proof, and humidity-proof packaging to ensure maximum protection during transport. Express courier with delivery within 24/72 hours of payment confirmation, both for Italy and abroad.