This article discusses the potential of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to transform the preservation, authentication, and engagement with art and culture. NFTs provide a tamper-proof ledger that ensures trust, transparency, and the preservation of cultural heritage. They create immutable records that track an artwork's provenance, ensuring critical information is preserved. The most common application of NFTs in the art world is tokenization, where digital versions of artworks certified by respected institutions are created. This allows the public to engage with cultural treasures and supports the preservation and conservation of physical artworks. However, questions remain about the relationship between the physical artwork and its digital counterpart, and the value and liquidity of NFTs. The true value of art lies in its physical presence, and preservation efforts must continue to focus on ensuring the material integrity of cultural artifacts using a range of technologies beyond NFTs. NFTs offer the opportunity to bridge the preservation of physical artifacts and the reimagining of cultural heritage in innovative ways. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of embracing NFTs to preserve today's artistic narratives for future generations.



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