Certificate of Authenticity

A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) for both an original artwork and a limited edition artwork, is an official document that serves as proof of the artwork’s originality, legitimacy, and limited production. It is issued by Arte Delux and contains detailed information that verifies the artwork’s authenticity. A COA is especially important for original and limited edition pieces where we have created a specific, finite number of replicas or prints of the original artwork.

 

What Arte Delux's Certificate of Authenticity includes:

  • Title of the Artwork: The name given to the artwork by the artist.
  • Artist’s Name: The creator’s name or signature.
  • Edition Number: The specific number of that particular artwork in relation to the total number produced (e.g., 7/100).
  • Total Edition Size: The total quantity of artworks produced in this limited edition series.
  • Medium: Details about the materials used (e.g., acrylic on canvas, giclée print, sculpture in bronze, etc.).
  • Dimensions: The size of the artwork.
  • Release Date: The year when the artwork was released.
  • Signature of the Artist or Authorised Representative: Validates the document.

 

Purpose of a Certificate of Authenticity:

  1. Verification of Authenticity: It proves that the artwork is a genuine piece created by the artist, rather than a reproduction or counterfeit.
  2. Establishing Limited Edition Status: For collectors, it confirms the exclusivity of the piece, specifying the limited number of copies or editions made.
  3. Increasing Value: A COA adds value to the artwork, as it enhances the buyer’s trust and investment security. Collectors and buyers often demand a COA to ensure their purchase is genuine.
  4. Facilitating Resale: When reselling an artwork, a COA acts as an essential document to reassure prospective buyers of the artwork’s legitimacy.
  5. Provenance Documentation: It helps track the ownership history and origins of the artwork, crucial for both the collector and art market. In summary, a COA is an essential document for artists, collectors, and dealers to establish and protect the authenticity, ownership, and value of limited edition artworks.