The Getty Provenance Project

The Getty Provenance Project is an initiative by the Getty Research Institute that aims to document and clarify the history of artworks' ownership. By tracking the origins and ownership records over time, especially for artworks with complex or unclear pasts, the project helps establish authenticity and uncover any potential issues related to looting or illegal sale. It provides transparent, accessible information to scholars, collectors, and the public, ensuring that artworks are responsibly handled and ethically displayed. Overall, it promotes accountability and trust in the art world by clarifying provenance histories.