Opinions & Explainers
Understanding Provenance: Why an Artwork's History Drives Its Value
Provenance, the ownership history of an artwork, can add up to 54% to hammer prices at auction. Learn how investors evaluate provenance and spot red flags.
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art authentication
Art Market Explainers
How Art Authentication Actually Works: Connoisseurship, Science, and Archives
Art authentication rests on three pillars: connoisseurship, forensic science, and provenance. Here is how each works, what it costs, and why it protects value.