Authenticity/Provenance
Ancient Journeys, as dealer members of The Indigenous Art Code, adheres to rigorous standards to ensure the authenticity of every piece of artwork.
Certificate of Authenticity (COA):
The COA assures buyers that the artwork purchased is an authentic Aboriginal creation. Each original artwork from the Gulf region includes a comprehensive artist profile, gathered "in Community," which ensures both authenticity and cultural integrity. When possible, the COA contains a photo of the artist alongside their artwork, supplemented by the following details:
- Artist’s Name
- Artist's Date of Birth
- Artist’s Country
- Artist’s Language Group
- Catalogue Number (Cat No)
- Title of Artwork
- Year Created
- Dimensions
- Medium
- The artwork’s story, the artist's own story, or an artist statement
- Signature of Ancient Journey Coordinator
For original artworks sourced from Aboriginal Art Centres, a COA from the Art Centre is provided for artworks retailing over $300.