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This study presents a multi-analytical framework for the characterization of a wide range of Cultural Heritage materials, including original constitutive materials (such as marbles, stones, inorganic pigments, and organic binders), degradation-related products, and restoration materials. By integrating the molecular specificity of LIF (Laser Induced Fluorescence) and Raman spectroscopy, the elemental depth-profiling of LIBS, and the wide-area mapping of multi- and hyperspectral imaging, it is possible to characterize and identify complex stratigraphies, evaluating the state of conservation of an artwork and contributing to the reconstruction of its history. The results highlight the efficacy of these non-invasive and micro-destructive techniques in providing a comprehensive material "fingerprint" across diverse substrates, optimizing diagnostic protocols for both conservation and historical research.