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Nature 431, 410-411 (23 September 2004) | doi:10.1038/431410b; Published online 22 September 2004
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Materials science: The art of restoration
David Erhardt1
Abstract
There are various techniques for the restoration of artwork — how effective and safe these are also varies. 'Reversible' gels could, however, provide a less risky way to reverse the ravages of time.
The cleaning of paintings is one of the most controversial activities that can be conducted in a museum. Unlike many artefacts, much of the value of a painting (both aesthetic and monetary) depends on its appearance, which in turn depends on the condition of its surface, especially the first few micrometres.
- David Erhardt is at the Smithsonian Center for Materials Research and Education, Smithsonian Institution, Museum Support Center, 4210 Silver Hill Road, Suitland, Maryland 20746-2863, USA.
e-mail: Email: erhardtd@scmre.si.edu
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