Certificate of Authenticity

Certificate of Authenticity
What is it? Why do I want one?

LionsHead Gallery's Certificate of Authenticity contains important information about your artwork. It describes your newly acquired artwork and shows a photo of it. Should any questions about the artworks authenticity arise, in dealing with theft or damage, this is your proof of ownership. You should keep it in a safe place with other valuable documents and give a copy to your insurance company.



1. An image of the artwork for which the COA represents.

2. The details about the artwork. This should include:

  • The name of the artist

  • The title of the artwork

  • The dimensions of the art piece

  • Date of the work

  • The type of artwork that is a: painting, sculpture, glass art, pottery, original, or reproduction, etc.

  • If the type of work is a reproduction, there will be an edition number


  • 3. A signature area for the artist to sign and date the certificate.

    4. The LionsHead Gallery Certificate of Authenticity Identification Code.