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It is an essential and ongoing part of responsible collection management to continuously review and interrogate the collection. New information about the collection is considered in relation to our policies and procedures, in particular the Due Diligence and Provenance Policy and Provenance decision-making framework. Provenance decision-making at the National Gallery is determined by an evidence-based approach evaluated on the balance of probabilities, anchored in robust legal and ethical decision-making principles and considerations.

For more detailed information on policies relating to acquiring and exhibiting works of art at the National Gallery of Australia, see:

  • Due Diligence and Provenance Policy
  • Inward Loans Policy
  • Outward Loans Policy
  • Art Acquisition Policy
  • Art Deaccessioning Policy
  • Exhibitions Policy

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Provenance

Understanding where our collection comes from.

Provenance

Gayer-Anderson Collection

Painting of a man seated on an elephant. Two men hold spears with one being tripped by the elephant's trunk.

We are keen to hear from you about this project, so please share your knowledge.

Provenance

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Provenance Project

Painting of native grasses after the rain in pink, yellow, black, and white.

We apply the highest ethical standards to safeguard and protect the cultural property of art by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists.

Art Enquiries & Claims Handling Procedure

In a high-ceilinged gallery space a woman walks near a wall pasted completely with coloured squares of writing

The Gallery invites people to make contact if they have a concern about a work that the Gallery owns, has borrowed, or is about to borrow.

Child Safety
Statement of Compliance

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The National Gallery of Australia is committed to providing a stimulating, safe and friendly environment for children to enjoy and learn about art.

Provenance

Southeast Asia

A red, green and blue tapestry richly embroidered with gold thread forming flowering trees and a pair of bouraq, a mythical winged animal

The NGA celebrates the remarkable art of Southeast Asia.

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