Antiques represent the true art and history of a place. We have heard of vanished civilizations. However, its identity is preserved thanks to the antiques that we find today. That is why antiques are priceless. An antique collector is probably interested in the history and ancient art of certain places. Antiques can come in different forms, such as antique sculptures, painting, corners, decorative pieces, furniture, and many more.

Speaking of ancient statues, they can be classified according to the age and style of the statue. The question may arise, how to identify ancient statues? The following tips can help you determine the true ancient statues.

• An ancient statue does not have sharp ends. Due to friction during handling for so many years, the final parts of the statue are cleaned and the carvings may appear discolored. Some parts of the statues are even shiny.

• Another factor is age. The artwork and designs on the statue are the most useful indicators of the age and origin of the statue. There seems to be a certain style and design that represents the time the statue was made. For example, the smooth body with less carving is a more prominent 17th century design than the complex carved designs of the 19th century. Also studying the materials used to make statues such as brass, copper or bronze can help identify the age.

• Also, knowing where the statue was made or originated helps to identify the age of the statue. Similarly, trying to discover the artist or manufacturer who made the statue will greatly enhance our knowledge of the statue’s antiquity and era.

• Taking pictures of the statue in questions can be helpful and help you analyze it. Therefore, take pictures of the statue from different angles, including the carvings, curves, signs, or stamps on the statue. The analysis through images will be of great help in the investigation.

• Certain tools can also be useful for studying antiques like magnifying glass, black light, digital cameras, GPS navigation device. These tools will simplify the identification of the ancient statue.

• A museum can be an excellent source for studies on antiquities. There you can find similar art and designs to compare and know the age of a statue. As the art and design widely used in statuary making in the 17th century. You can see the reference of the statue in the museum to check the age and its corresponding art and designs.

• And finally, indeed, enlisting the help of an antique expert can go a long way in identifying the age, value, and legitimacy of the antique on hand.