Yes this is the real deal.   I am consigning items for a client of mine.   He is a famous artist, however I can not disclose his name.   He purchased this years ago but lost the certificate when he put it in the case you see in the pictures.  The case is included in this listing as this puppy has been in it for years now.   Despite the case there was some dust around the base.   I gently wiped it down.   The art is fragile and tiny pieces of the green material can flake off with ease.  The shipping might seem high however the case is large.  It’s a 12 x 12   X 12 box.  If this listing is taken off line without a sale it’s because I purchased this.   I am seriously contemplating it.   To get a piece of art like this at a reasonable price does not happen often.   If you don’t want the display please let me know I can reduce the shipping.