X-rays have illuminated the origins of a disputed painting: This time, an old still life by Vincent van Gogh. Suggestions that the image was painted by Van Gogh had been dismissed in 2003, but new ...

The painting, in the collection of New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, shows a young woman dozing off at a table, sitting in front of a partially open door. Previous examination of the work had ...

In an earlier article, I explored the creation of a catalogue raisonné, and how it is central to the world of art authentication. Central yes, always sufficient?- not so much. Sometimes science has ...

Prior art searches play a critical role in shaping effective scientific intellectual property strategies. This article, originally published by CAS, highlights the importance of thorough analysis to ...

Is it a genuine Old Master or just an old paint-by-number? Take a closer look and find the truth. First things first, examine the artwork. Begin with an objective study of the physical attributes.