Authenticating Famous Works of Art

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System Analysis

par peter hill

INTERNATIONAL TRADE

par paula madero

MicroServices

par Mike Ton

Curation in Education: Great Examples

par Robin Good

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