the ownership history of a philatelic item.
History, origin or source; as regards an antique or artwork, the history of its ownership; an interesting or historically significant provenance may add great value to a piece
This term refers to the history of ownership of the item being sold. An interesting or unusual provenance can add to the value of a piece, such as when an item was previously owned by a famous (or notorious) person, a popular celebrity, or an important historical figure. Proof of provenance is critically important. Hearsay, or family legend does not meet the criteria for provenance.
A provenance is the written history of the dolls previous owners. This may not seem important to some, but it's a well known fact in the collecting world that dolls which come with unique and verifiable stories are generally worth a lot more than a doll with no apparent history at all.
For works of art and historical objects, the background and history of ownership. The more common term for anthropological collections is "provenience," which defines an object in terms of the specific geographic location of origin. In scientific collections, the term "locality"," meaning specific geographic point of origin, is more acceptable (Nauert 1979).
The ownership history of a work of art. Most often this history is not known for a print, unless there is a collector's mark. Ex-collection indicates that the named person was a recent owner.
The history of ownership for a given copy of a book, manuscript or work of art. Often, indications of previous ownership are given by bookplates, inscriptions, special bindings and similar features. An especially noteworthy provenance may add substantial value to a book.
A history of ownership of a given work, often passed down within a particular or extended family.
The history of an object. This might include when, where, and by whom it was made, and its previous owners. Good provenance can add interest and value to a piece.
The office of origin, or person or agency that created or collected records in the course of their activities. This definition differs from the museum definition of provenance, which refers to the successive ownership or possession of an item, not its creation.
The history of previous ownership of a collectible.
a certified history of the origins and ownership of a valuable item, offered to the buyer as proof that they are getting what is being advertised
The history of ownership of the property being sold. This can be an important part of the authentication process as it establishes the chain of ownership back (if possible) to the time the piece was made.
The information about the history of the piece, provided either by the consignor or from accompanying information.
Provenance is the complete history of ownership and/or exhibitions for a work of art.
Chain of ownership from origin (or birth) to present (or death).
history of ownership of materials prior to acquisition by the current institution.
The person(s) or office(s) of origin of records, i.e., the person(s), family (families), or corporate body (bodies) that created and/or accumulated and used records in the course of that creator's activities or functions. See also Custodial history and Respect des fonds.
the history of ownership of a philatelic item. The glamour and authenticity that provenance provides can increase the collectibility of an item.
describes this history, the story, the liniage of the item in question. If you imagine a movie camera doing a documentary of the piece from conception until it is in your hand you have the Provenance of the piece.
the source or origin of a work, can also be the record of ownership from when the artist created it.
Place of origin, proof of authenticity or record of previous ownership. Museum staff, particularly curators and researchers, are often interested in establishing the provenance of works of art and objects. These are valuable pieces of information in the history of an object.
Evidence of the history of the ownership of a particular book (e.g.: auctions records, booksellers' records, book plates, etc.) The book may be important because of who owned it--perhaps a president or important bookseller, collector, royalty, or someone who may be related to the book in some way. Important in establishing the ownership of especially rare items.
a record of the previous ownership of a specific copy of a book.
When the owner of a book is known and is stated for the purpose of authenticating and documenting the history of the book. Example: A book from the Stan Lee or Forrest Ackerman collection would be an example of a value-adding provenance.
The full history and ownership of an item from the time of its discovery or creation to the present day, from which authenticity and ownership is determined.
The source (person or organisation) of origin of the records and their proven custodial history. The archival principle of provenance requires that archives from different sources should not be intermixed. Records: Information by-products (regardless of form or medium) of organisational and social activity , providing evidence of single or serial transactions and functions. Not all records become archives.
The ownership history or possession of a book. uarter Leather: A book with a leather backstrip. are: badly misunderstood and used term that really means a book or publication is only available for purchase once a decade.
Information concerning a lot's current or prior ownership. Provenance may affect a lot's value.
Evidence of the history of the ownership of a particular book such as auction records, booksellers' records, book plates, and so forth. Provenance is most important for establishing the authenticity of autographed books.
The record of previous ownership of an antique object.
An art work's chain of ownership
A doll's written history about its owners.
The written documentation of an object's history, ownership transfers, and movements over time. Used to confirm authenticity of an object or artwork. Provenience refers to the actual place of origin, as opposed to the documentary record.
The history of ownership of a work of art, including the names of private owners, dealers, auction houses, museums, and agents, along with dates and locations.
The history of ownership or possession of a given book, piece of ephemera or object.
A record of previous ownership and previous locations for a work of art. rag board Mat board from non-wood products such as cotton linters or cotton which are naturally lignin free, stable and durable. Made with a non-acidic (pH neutral or alkaline if buffered) sizing.
The history of an automobile that makes it unique and increases its value. Provenance may be a history of famous owners. For a racing car, it means the races won and famous drivers who drove it.
Record of ownership for a work of art, ideally from the time it- left the artist's studio to its present location, thus creating an unbroken ownership history.
A record of the source and history of a work of art.
Elements determining the previous ownership.
the documented history of a piece that proves its authenticity
Provenance is the origin or source from which something comes, and the history of subsequent owners (also known as Chain of custody in some fields). The term is often used in the sense of place and time of manufacture, production or discovery. Comparative techniques, expert opinion, written and verbal records and the results of tests are often used to help establish provenance.