provenienssista
Provenienssista, also known as a provenance researcher or art historian specializing in provenance studies, is an expert who investigates the ownership history of objects, particularly works of art, antiques, and cultural artifacts. The term originates from the Latin word *provenience*, meaning "origin" or "source," and refers to the documented history of an object’s ownership, location, and transactions from its creation to the present.
The primary role of a provenienssista is to trace the lineage of an item to uncover its
In the context of art restitution, provenienssistas play a vital role in identifying works of art stolen
While provenance research is most commonly associated with art, it also applies to archaeological artifacts, historical