Provenance
2 articles
Epicurean Pursuits
How to Spot a Fake Vintage Wine: A Collector's Physical Inspection Checklist
Learn how to perform a physical inspection of vintage wine bottles, examining glass, capsule, cork, and label for authenticity. The article also highlights the critical importance of provenance for verifying genuine vintage wines and protecting your investment.
Sofia Marrero·October 22, 2026
Art & Collecting
Four Factors That Decide a Contemporary Sculpture's Value: Medium, Scale, Provenance, and Artist Reputation
The value of contemporary sculpture is determined by four key factors: artist reputation, provenance, medium, and scale. Unlike paintings, sculpture's price is shaped by production costs, durability, editioning, and installation logistics.
Marcus Dubois·October 20, 2026