Art Gallery Inventory Authentication Checklist

Protect your valuable art collection with confidence! This Art Gallery Inventory Authentication Checklist ensures meticulous record-keeping, verifies authenticity, tracks provenance, and safeguards against loss or theft. A must-have for galleries and collectors alike.

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Artwork Identification

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Verify and document key identifiers for each artwork.

Artwork Title

Artist Name

Inventory Number

Medium

Dimensions (HxWxD)

Date of Creation (Estimate)

Artwork Status

Provenance Verification

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Trace the ownership history of the artwork to confirm authenticity.

Initial Acquisition Source

Date of Initial Acquisition

Seller/Acquisition Details (Name, Contact)

Supporting Documentation (Receipts, Invoices)

Record of Previous Owners (if known)

Provenance Research Status

Expert Opinion/Appraisal Notes (Provenance)

Condition Assessment

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Detailed record of the artwork's physical condition.

Overall Condition Description

Presence of Cracking (Scale 0-10)

Presence of Fading (Scale 0-10)

Presence of Water Damage (Scale 0-10)

Frame Condition (if applicable)

Condition Photos (Multiple)

Specific Damage Details (e.g., scratches, tears)

Conservation Treatment Required?

Authentication Documentation Review

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Check for and document any existing authentication certificates or expert opinions.

Date of Authentication Document

Summary of Authentication Findings

Authentication Authority

Upload Authentication Certificate (if available)

Any discrepancies or concerns with the document

Document Validity Status

Digital Record Creation

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Capture high-resolution images and create detailed digital records for each artwork.

Artwork Title

Artist Name

Year Created

Description of Artwork

Front View Image

Back View Image

Detail Image(s)

Medium (e.g., Oil, Acrylic, Bronze)

Insurance Valuation Confirmation

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Compare current valuation with insurance documentation, noting any discrepancies.

Current Insurance Valuation

Previous Insurance Valuation

Justification for Valuation Change (if applicable)

Valuation Report (if available)

Valuation Source

Date of Valuation

Storage Environment Check

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Assess storage conditions – temperature, humidity, light exposure – and note any adjustments needed.

Temperature (°C)

Relative Humidity (%)

Light Exposure (Lux)

UV Filter Status

Last Environment Calibration Date

Notes/Observations about Environment

Pest Control Measures

Security Protocol Verification

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Confirm adherence to security protocols and access controls for artwork storage.

Alarm System Status (0=Off, 1=On)

Access Control System Status

Last Security System Maintenance Date

Scheduled Security System Check Time

Areas with Security Cameras

Visitor Log Usage

Security Personnel on Duty (Name/ID)

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