Loitus and Dragonfly Wall Scroll

Close up view of the dragon artwork mounted to this silk brocade wall scroll

This scroll did not pass my inspection. It has a very minor watermark in the paper of the painting. I am really picky about quality, so I can't sell this at full price - so instead I am taking a big loss and it go for $40 (almost half price).

Many people (including the artists) believe that such watermarks are a natural and necessary part of this kind of watercolor paintings. Others even feel that is it proof of the handmade nature of the artwork. In fact, this is special antiqued paper that is supposed to look like this. I still have to discount it to avoid any misunderstandings.