Is art authentication really worth the cost? Authentication isn’t just about proving something is real—it boosts market credibility, enhances resale value, and prevents legal headaches. The key is knowing when authentication makes sense and when it doesn’t.

Some of history’s greatest masterpieces have vanished without a trace—stolen in daring heists, lost in wartime chaos, or hidden away in secret collections. From Caravaggio’s Nativity, rumored to be destroyed by the Mafia, to Vermeer’s The Concert, missing since the infamous Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum heist, these artworks are worth hundreds of millions—if they still exist.

Most collectors assume that a COA is the gold standard of authentication—but in reality, most are worthless pieces of paper that hold no legal weight and are outright ignored by top auction houses. The truth? Only a select few individuals or organizations have the right to issue them, and many artist foundations have stopped altogether. So, if a COA doesn’t prove authenticity, what does?

What if Van Gogh had an Instagram account or Picasso embraced NFTs? If history’s greatest artists were alive today, they wouldn’t be stuck in the past—they’d be pushing the boundaries of digital art, AI, and social media. This article reimagines what legendary artists like Frida Kahlo, Monet, and Dalí might create in the modern world

True Crime, But Make It Art: The Forgeries That Fooled the World. Some of history’s most infamous art forgers have scammed museums, auction houses, and even Nazi leaders—selling fakes worth millions. These master cons reveal just how easy it is to be deceived. Think you’d never fall for a forgery? These cases might make you think again.

Think a lab test can instantly prove your artwork is real? Think again. While scientific analysis can expose forgeries—like modern pigments in a “centuries-old” painting—it can’t necessarily confirm an artist’s hand. That’s why at Signature, we start with comparative analysis and provenance research before turning to scientific analysis.

Think You Own a Masterpiece? Take a closer look. In this guide, we’ll uncover 10 telltale signs your artwork might be a fake—and how expert art authentication services can help you separate the real deal from a convincing con.

A $50 garage sale find or a lost van Gogh worth $15 million? The painting Elimar has sparked a heated debate, with LMI Group pushing for recognition while the Van Gogh Museum and independent experts reject the claim. Weighing in on the debate, we explain why we find the case from LMI deeply unconvincing.

As AI technology advances, its potential in art authentication is gaining attention. AI-driven tools claim to detect forgeries by analyzing brushstrokes, color patterns, and artistic styles—but how reliable are they?

Director Lindsey Bourret was recently asked to comment in a story by Artnet News about the unprecedented asking price of $9.8 million for the first painting that cult favorite, Bob Ross, painted on his PBS television show.