What do you need to authenticate a piece of Art?
When buying a work of art, we at Saatchi Art always recommend obtaining a Certificate of Authenticity from the artist. A certificate of authenticity is a signed document proving the authenticity of the work and containing details about the work for the collector’s reference; all artwork purchased through Saatchi Art will have one.
Can a painting be authenticated by a qualified authority?
(Image: Daily Mail) Having a painting attributed to a specific artist by a qualified authority will hold considerable weight, especially if you are looking to re-sell a work. Qualified authorities are individuals who have extensively worked with artworks by the artist in question.
Which is not a valid proof of authenticity?
* A statement that a work of art is genuine is NOT valid proof of authenticity unless signed by an established and respected authority on the artist. That authority’s qualifications should either be stated on the certificate or be otherwise accessible, available in references or online, and easy to find and verify.
Can You authenticate a painting based on forensic data?
Authorities of two methods of authentication do not always agree on the attribution of an artwork. Another painting authenticated by Biro is argued to be a work by Jackson Pollock, again based on forensic data. Despite this many in the art world are wary to proclaim the painting to be by Pollock, as there is no evidence of its previous ownership.
How can you tell if a piece of art is authentic?
And while often the terms of these agreements are perfectly valid, the authenticity of a work is only ensured if the Certificate is viewed prior to actually purchasing a work. As a collector, you definitely want to be sure that the work of art you’re buying is in fact authentic.
Can a collector authenticate a work of Art?
As a collector, you definitely want to be sure that the work of art you’re buying is in fact authentic. Luckily, we have for you a series of guidelines to help you navigate the process. Collectors can’t authenticate a painting retroactively.
Do you need a certificate of authenticity to buy art?
As a collector, you definitely want to be sure that the work of art you’re buying is in fact authentic. W hile all kinds of Certificates of Authenticity (COAs) exist, the difficulty lies in determining which are valid and legally binding, and which deceptively authenticating the genuine artwork.
How does an original painting affect its value?
On the other hand, prints mean more supply, which decreases valuation. If your original painting is from a well-established master, it probably doesn’t affect the valuation. If your original painting is from a less well-known artist, it may hurt the value of your original.
