Certificate

Certificate of originality

Each artwork offered through our gallery comes with a certificate of originality , which confirms the authenticity, origin and authorship of the work. The certificate is duly signed by the author of the work and the gallery and contains identification data allowing its unambiguous assignment to a specific work.

The certificate of originality is issued as a unique document and represents official confirmation of the authenticity of the work at the time of its sale.

Archiving and verification of certificate originality

For the purpose of future verification of originality , a copy of the original certificate of originality is archived in the gallery's records . This archiving serves exclusively to verify the conformity of the data stated on the certificate with the gallery's internal documentation.

At the request of the owner of the work, it is possible to verify the originality of the certificate , for which purpose it is necessary to send a readable copy of the certificate of originality electronically .

  • Fee for administrative verification of the originality of the certificate: €30

Verification consists of comparing the data on the certificate with the gallery's archival records. The result of the verification is confirmation of the data's match or mismatch.

Certificate as an integral part of the work

The certificate of originality is sold exclusively together with the work and is considered its integral part . The gallery is not responsible for the consequences resulting from the loss, damage or misuse of the certificate by the owner.

Loss of certificate and physical verification of the work

In the event of loss of the certificate of originality , it is not possible to verify the authenticity of the work remotely . In such a case, verification of originality is possible only through physical delivery of the work to the gallery premises .

After the artwork is delivered to the gallery:

  • will conduct a professional assessment of the work's conformity with archival documentation,
  • verify the authorship and identifying features of the work,
  • and in case of confirmation of originality , a new certificate of originality will be issued .
  • Fee for physical verification of the work and issuance of a new certificate: €1,500

The above fee includes professional assessment, administrative tasks, archiving of the new certificate and issuance of a replacement document.

Legal notice

The gallery reserves the right:

  • refuse to issue a new certificate if the originality of the work cannot be clearly demonstrated,
  • set a reasonable time limit for carrying out the verification,
  • require payment of a fee before starting the verification process.

By issuing a new certificate, the gallery assumes no responsibility for legal relationships, prior transfers of ownership, or the value of the work on the secondary market . The certificate confirms solely the authenticity of the work at the time of its verification.

The meaning of the certificate

A certificate of originality is a standard feature for collectible and original works. It serves to protect the owner, promote transparency in the art market, and maintain trust between the artist, gallery, and collector.