Observe the object
Materials, craftsmanship, signatures, condition and distinctive features: physical examination reveals details that photographs alone cannot convey.
An expert eye.A responsibility.
Discover the house
Recognise what makes each object distinctive. Find the clarity to decide what comes next.
01 / Our belief
An object is more than a signature. Its materials, history and craftsmanship tell a story and sometimes raise questions. Our role is to gather the evidence, put it in context and help you understand what you own.
Observe precisely.
Explain clearly.
Explain clearly.
02 / Our expertsSpecialist fields.
Specialist fields.
One shared standard.
Each object calls for the right specialist. We draw on expertise suited to its nature, period and the questions raised by its examination.
Compare the evidence
We compare our observations with the available documents, provenance and relevant references. Where needed, specialists from different fields contribute to the examination.
Document, then explain
We explain our findings, the evidence supporting them and any questions requiring further research, so you can plan your next steps.
Detail
makes the difference.
Illustration — the look at the material.
03 / Our fieldsAn object.
An object.
A whole universe.
Eleven areas of expertise, the same attention to the singularity of objects and the intentions of those who own them.
- 01Leather goods & luxury accessories
- 02Horology
- 03Jewellery & gemmology
- 04Fashion, couture & collectables
- 05Rare wines & spirits
- 06Fine arts & sculptures
- 07Design, furniture & decorative arts
- 08Collector vehicles & automobilia
- 09Books, manuscripts & autographs
- 10Collectibles & memorabilia
- 11Asian arts & African, Oceanic and Indigenous American arts
Close to your objects.
Beyond borders.
Offices in Paris, Switzerland and the United States. Support across much of Europe, with arrangements tailored to each object.
01 / France
Paris
02 / Europe
Switzerland
03 / America
United States
In the workshop
Authentication is based on a physical examination. Near our offices, we organize a drop-off with you by appointment.
Secure shipping
For items that can be shipped, we provide a special package that is secure, tracked and insured. The terms and conditions are defined with you before sending.
On site
For furniture, vehicles and objects that are too bulky, an expert comes directly to the site.
An object. A story. A first exchange.Let’s get to
Let’s get to
know each other.
An object to authenticate, a collection to understand, a decision to prepare? Present your project to us. We will define together the appropriate support.
Tell us about your project