lottenimento
Lottenimento is a term used to describe the process of determining the provenance or origin of artifacts, artworks, or other cultural objects. It involves researching and analyzing various attributes of the object, as well as its documentation and historical context, to establish its authenticity and provenance.
The term lottenimento originates from Italian, with 'lotta' meaning "fight" or "struggle," and 'imento' meaning "process"
Lottenimento typically involves a rigorous examination of the object's physical characteristics, such as its materials, construction,
In recent years, lottenimento has become increasingly important in the art market, as the authentication and