CIRAM laboratories carry out the dating of your works of art and archaeological artifacts, as well as the analysis of your industrial products worldwide.
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In 2005, CIRAM revolutionized science for art by defining a new approach based on high scientific standards and constructive dialogue with the markets.
Since then, numerous players in the art and heritage markets on every continent have placed their trust in us every day.
CIRAM 's expertise also extends to the industrial sector. Among other things, our certified analyses enable us to quantify biosourced carbon, guarantee compliance with standards and promote eco-responsible approaches.
With over 20 years' experience and international recognition, CIRAM is a trusted scientific partner for our three sectors: archaeology, art and industry.
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CIRAM uses methods such as carbon-14 dating and thermoluminescence to accurately date artifacts, works of art and industrial materials.
Using micro-analysis, metallography, spectrometry and isotope analysis, CIRAM identifies the composition and origin of materials for reliable authentication.
X-ray, infrared and UV fluorescence reveal the invisible details of works of art, revealing preparatory drawings, restorations and hidden signatures.
CIRAM analyzes, tests, and certifies your industrial products in accordance with the NF EN 16640, ASTM D6866, NF EN ISO 21644, NF EN ISO 13833, and ISO 16620-2 standards. Every day, our laboratories:
CIRAM laboratories offer analysis of industrial products in the following fields:
CIRAM guarantees reliable analyses to ensure the traceability and conformity of your products.
Contact our teamsFor over 20 years, CIRAM has supported museums, antique dealers, auction houses and institutions in dating and authenticating works of art through rigorous scientific analysis.
All works can be dated and analyzed. Our laboratories analyze a wide range of materials using state-of-the-art analytical techniques:
These methods can be combined for more precise dating.
The authentication and study of pictorial works requires advanced imaging techniques:
CIRAM combines expertise and innovation to guarantee reliable analyses tailored to the art market.
Contact our teamsCIRAM supports archaeologists by carrying out laboratory and on-site analyses.
By combining these methods, CIRAM guarantees precise analyses tailored to archaeological problems.
Contact our teamsCarbon-14 dating is a scientific method used to determine the age of organic materials by measuring the amount of carbon-14 they contain.
CIRAM analyzes a wide range of materials, including wood, paper, ceramics, glass, precious metals (silver, gold), as well as stones and paints.
CIRAM uses proven methods and state-of-the-art equipment to guarantee accurate results. Our scientists combine several dating and analysis techniques to increase the reliability of results, taking into account the specificities of each material.
Timescales vary according to the complexity of the analysis and the type of material to be analyzed. We strive to deliver accurate results as quickly as possible, while maintaining the necessary scientific rigor.
You can easily contact our teams by clicking on the "Contact our teams" button on our website. We are available to answer all your questions and discuss your specific dating, analysis or certification requirements.
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