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The most suitable collection is determined algorithmically – without personal connections
Collections can forward objects directly to another collection
72h after handover, all object data is deleted – including anonymous information
Here's how the professional review and acquisition works – transparent and documented.
An object is offered to the museum for purchase, donation or bequest. The museum first checks whether it fits its collection and the institution's mission.
For most objects, the origin is clear and straightforward. In rare cases – suspected theft or illegal trade – international databases help with verification.
Usually no problem. Only certain exceptions such as protected species or cultural property from conflict zones are subject to special legal regulations.
Curators, lawyers and management discuss the case and make a joint documented decision. For clear cases, this goes quickly.
The object receives an inventory number, is photographed and fully recorded in the database – with dimensions, material, age and provenance.
Contracts and transfer documents are permanently stored. The object is now officially part of the museum's collection.