What Are Provenance And Authentication From A Legal Perspective?
Provenance and authentication are central issues when it comes to the transactional side of art law. Folks buying, transferring, or insuring any artwork want to know that the piece is the real deal. This goes beyond the basic human desire to know the truth about art and extends to a number of legal questions. Legal counsel for art transactions will want the parties to be aware of how these three issues may affect their choices.