Masking tape should be used for keeping paint off windows, not for framing! This job has been done by someone who THOUGHT they knew what they were doing.
It will dry out, and eventually give way, causing damage to the artwork - in this case - an original piece. Also notice the acid burn on the artwork - caused by poor quality mountboard.
Notice the 'Acid Burn' on the artwork - caused by poor quality mountboard breaking down. The only true 'Acid Free' mountboard is made from 100% cotton, not paper.
This expensive Limited Edition print has been endangered by being mounted directly onto an acid laden brown board. It's attached in completely the wrong way, with masking tape run the full width of the front of the print.
This original caricature by a well known artist was put into a glass 'clip' frame with no protection. Notice how the acid from the board has burnt through the paper, and irreversibly damaged the artwork.
