Provenance Verification
The Gold Standard in Tribal Art Authentication
Verified by TribalArt.com
The Verified by TribalArt.com seal is a trusted mark of authenticity, issued in partnership with leading appraisers and specialists in tribal, ethnographic, and antique art.
When collectors, galleries, and institutions see our seal, they know the work has been examined, documented, and verified by experts who live and breathe tribal art.
What is Provenance?
Provenance refers to the documented history of an artwork’s ownership, origin, and authenticity. It includes records like invoices, exhibition catalogs, appraisals, and more, which help trace the piece back to its creator or source. Strong provenance not only proves legitimacy but also enhances the artwork’s value and appeal to collectors.
Why Verification Matters
The global tribal art market faces three persistent challenges:
- Proliferation of forgeries and reproductions
- Incomplete or unreliable provenance records
- Erosion of buyer confidence
Our Provenance Verification Service restores trust by establishing a clear, expert-backed record of authenticity, turning uncertainty into confidence. The Verified by TribalArt.com seal can be:
- Displayed on sales listings
- Included in catalogs and condition reports
- Embedded in online product pages
- Referenced in auction and private sale documentation
- Each seal is uniquely linked to the verified object and cannot be reused or transferred.
What Does “Verified by TribalArt.com” Mean?
How the Service Works
Partner with Us
We actively partner with: Independent appraisers, Museum-affiliated experts, Regional and cultural specialists. If you are a qualified professional and want to participate in setting the standard for authenticity in tribal art, we invite you to apply as a verification partner. Contact Us to learn more
