FAL WIRE

Art collecting is thrilling—but it also requires discernment. One of the greatest risks facing collectors today is art forgery.  Experts estimate that a surprisingly high percentage of artworks circulating on the global market may be misattributed, altered, or outright fake. This is why reliable authentication and robust provenance are essential foundations of responsible collecting. Here are a few suggestions for new art collectors who want to buy wisely and confidently.

The Fine Art Ledger launches Art Recognition™, enabling anyone to identify artworks and access their full story with a simple snap of a mobile phone camera. Using image recognition, blockchain authentication, and mobile interactivity, the feature connects physical art to rich digital content, certificates of authenticity, and provenance—instantly, on any device.