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How to take care of your collection: Just Common Sense (Part I)

How to take care of your collection: Just Common Sense (Part I)
In general, works of art and antiques require some special attention, preventive conservation measures, to guarantee their preservation and prevent any loss of value. Artworks and antiques are usually a combination of different materials joined together. Precisely this characteristic is what makes them fragile and susceptible to damage. Pigments, binders, varnishes and a main support –fabric…
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The Passage of Time also Paints

The Passage of Time also Paints

How far should a conservation-restoration process go? As the time passes by, materials darken, protective coatings yellow or become opaque, superficial grime accumulates over the artworks, etc. Furthermore, there are some factors

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Inpainting, Retouching and Over-painting

Inpainting, Retouching and Over-painting

Inpainting, retouching and over-painting are terms commonly used in the conservation - restoration field. On occasion they are used interchangeably, but there are subtle differences that should be clarified.

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