At ARTS READER Association, our team and experts have tens of years of experience in researching Asian art and historic objects. We also could recommend the laboratory analysis (X-ray examination, pigment or media analysis, forensic examination, carbon-14, or Thermoluminescence test for potteries from earlier periods, etc.) to the laboratory institutions at additional cost. However, the laboratories or scientific methods may have many practical limitations and are not precise to ascertain the objects’ period and artists.
Therefore, our scholarly research of Asian art is applied to describe and ascertain the attribution of the period, country of origin, creator, or artist of artwork thoroughly by:
- Conducting an in-depth physical examination of the object to analyze its technical, aesthetic, or stylistic characteristics, along with other artistic elements that define its authenticity and historical significance.
- Undertaking a comprehensive study supported by credible scholarly references, including a thorough review of the object’s history, provenance research, and documented entries in catalogue raisonné publications from leading museums, auction houses, and institutions relevant to the artwork.
- Verifying the authenticity of the piece through meticulous comparisons with other works from the same artist or period, consulting recognized catalogues, and collaborating with the artist’s family, museums, or established foundations when necessary. The process may also involve expert evaluations from reputable museum curators, distinguished scholars, or specialists associated with the object, culminating in the issuance of a Certificate of Authenticity Research that guarantees the credibility and value of the artwork.
For our standard fee and any transport and accommodation costs for our experts, please contact us.
To start the process, simply submit your artwork through our website for expert research and authentication. If our team determines that the piece may not meet our value criteria, we will not reply or respond. However, if we find your piece to be of significant value and potential, we will reach out to you promptly to discuss the next steps. Our commitment is to ensure that every valuable piece is given the attention and expertise it truly deserves, guiding you through a seamless and trustworthy process.