Authenticating Famous Works of Art

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The Roaring 20's

luonut Barry McCann

PUMA

luonut Miguel Cueva

7 Habits of Highly Effective People

luonut Mindomo Team

PCR (Polymerase chain reaction)

luonut Andres Peñuela

Authenticating Famous Works of Art

Results and Repercussions

Flaws in theory and analysis

forgeries floating in the field

Competitive field for critical investigation

falsification always a possibility, requires continuous re-evaluation

Maintain integrity/quality of art world

surveillance of what is included or excluded

Relevance/Reason

Advance of scientific theories/analysis

experiments help support/disprove both artistic and scientific theory

Maintain honest business/dealership (of artwork)

avoid/enable high retail value of forgeries

Enhance historical accuracy

efforts to authenticate=efforts to improve historical knowledge

art relics excellent tools of history

Methods and Effectiveness

Peer Review

gather opinions on a board to approve/dismiss piece

Technical Analysis

analyze substance/chemical makeup of painting

advanced technology-- x-rays, ultraviolet, IR radiation

Examination by Experts in the Field

analyze composition, period relevance, stylistic

artists, curators and experts apply extensive knowledge to determine if case is viable