The Future of Historical Heritage Management: When Blockchain meets Art

Abstract

This paper explores the integration of blockchain and related technologies for enhancing cultural heritage management systems. Art counterfeiting and inefficiencies in traditional provenance methods highlight the need for robust solutions to ensure the security, authenticity, and traceability of artifacts. Blockchain’s immutability, transparency, and decentralized structure provide an innovative foundation for addressing these challenges. By incorporating tools such as invisible marking technologies, AI-driven authentication, and user-friendly decentralized applications (DAPPs), this framework enables efficient management of artifact records and ownership. Additionally, the application of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and Blockchain as a Service (BaaS) platforms demonstrates how scalable and secure systems can be deployed to meet the growing demands of the art world. The proposed methodology also considers interdisciplinary approaches involving chemistry, AI, and blockchain technologies to safeguard cultural artifacts while enhancing stakeholder trust and operational efficiency.