STAY VIGILANT AGAINST COUNTERFEITING

Today is World Anti-Counterfeiting Day. On this occasion, we would like to draw your attention to the risks of buying artworks of art online or from private individuals.

Counterfeiting in figures:

• 11.53 million items seized in France in 2022
• An increase of 27% compared to 2021
• France is the second most affected country after the United States
• 89% of French people say it’s possible to buy counterfeit goods without realizing it

With the advent of e-commerce, some of our artists are increasingly falling victim to counterfeiting and/or copying. To ensure authenticity and traceability in your acquisition, we strongly recommend that you use certified professionals and galleries for the purchase or resale of artworks.

Together, let’s continue to support artists by renouncing counterfeiting and reporting abuses!

For all reports concerning our artists, please write to us at: contact@galeries-bartoux.com