{"product_id":"riccoboni-artwork-authentication-service","title":"Riccoboni Artwork Authentication Service","description":"\u003ch2\u003eArtwork Authentication\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis service is exclusively for artwork by RD Riccoboni. Requests to authenticate work by other artists are not accepted.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRD Riccoboni authenticates his own past work for a $125 administrative fee per piece. This service confirms whether a piece is his work; it is not an appraisal and does not provide a valuation. The original sale price may differ from a later price set by a gallery, auction house, or private sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBefore you request authentication\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease be prepared to answer these questions:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes the artwork have visible surface texture, such as brushstrokes or paint ridges?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf it is on canvas, is there writing on the back, such as a title or signature?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs there a barcode on the canvas or on the back of the piece?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre you a dealer, auction house, appraiser, or insurer?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre you looking for research or an in-person inspection?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow did you acquire the piece, and what did you pay for it?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow authentication works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequest:\u003c\/strong\u003e After you purchase, RD Riccoboni will email you at the address provided at checkout with instructions for sending clear photos of the front, back, signature, and any labels, along with any receipts or provenance you have. Please include a description of the piece. It can also be registered in his catalogue at this stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecords check:\u003c\/strong\u003e The piece is compared with inventory records, including photos, dates, titles, and buyers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLetter:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the piece is confirmed as his work, RD Riccoboni will issue a signed letter. He does not issue a Certificate of Authenticity; that should come from the gallery through which you purchased the piece. The signed letter can be provided as a physical letter or PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn-person review, if needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncertain cases, such as possible copies or altered pieces, may require an appointment at the studio. This review costs an additional $350 and is invoiced separately. RD Riccoboni does not travel for evaluations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFee and turnaround\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe $125 administrative fee is due when you submit your request and is non-refundable. Please allow up to 10 business days for authentication after payment is received.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat the letter confirms\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe letter confirms whether the piece is RD Riccoboni's original work or a licensed reproduction. It is not an appraisal and does not state monetary value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlease note\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped artwork and reproduction items are not accepted for autographing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRD Riccoboni licenses images of his work to official art production companies. Their canvas prints and other reproductions are not originals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter checkout, please watch for an email and be ready to send photos of the artwork and any purchase records or history you have.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bear Naked Artist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50500482990249,"sku":null,"price":2281.0,"currency_code":"MXN","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0595\/9801\/2585\/files\/06_2021_Beartropolis_Kings_Valley_RD_Riccoboni_Low_Res_framed_artist.jpg?v=1786307144","url":"https:\/\/bearnakedartist.com\/en-mx\/products\/riccoboni-artwork-authentication-service","provider":"Bear Naked Artist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}