Authentication of Artworks
As Dr Mahlangu’s exclusive global representatives we have the requisite authority to authenticate her artworks.
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Every original artwork by Dr. Mahlangu sold through The Melrose Gallery is accompanied by a bespoke Certificate of Authenticity that serves as a permanent record of the work’s provenance and value.
Our Authentication Process
To protect collectors and preserve Dr. Mahlangu’s legacy, each Certificate of Authenticity includes:
Unique Hologram Seal
A tamper-proof hologram embedded with a serial number, matching a second hologram affixed discreetly to the reverse of the artwork.
Artwork Details
Title, year of creation, dimensions, medium, and a high-resolution
image of the work.
Artist Portrait
An image of Dr. Mahlangu with the specific artwork at the time of completion.
Verification Number
Each certificate carries a unique reference number, recorded in Dr Mahlangu’s digital archive enabling future verification if necessary. This number matches the number on the certificate and the two holograms.
Provenance Record
Documentation of ownership
history when applicable.
Why authentication matters
Provenance
Guarding against forgeries and unauthorised reproductions.
Collector Protection
Clear and documented history, enhancing the artwork’s cultural and market value.