Mass spectrometry, MassSpec is a method used to identify the chemical composition of a sample by analyzing isotopes and molecular fragments.

Scientific methods can be used to identify fake paintings. Combining different scientific methods increases the chance to spot a fake.

X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy is a valuable tool for the elemental analysis of artwork. There are many applications of XRF in art. The applications of XRF in cultural heritage come from its ability of performing elemental analysis on the art objects, thus revealing their elemental composition. We can use XRF spectroscopy to analyze cultural heritage objects like paintings, sculptures, mosaics, coins, wall paintings, etc. The XRF analysis reveals details of materials used in