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Science and works of art

Nature volume 250, pages 767–770 (1974)Cite this article

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Over the past few years, considerable advances have been made in the application of scientific method to the conservation of works of art. Slow changes in paintings with exposure to light are still the subject of research but recent developments in the protection of outdoor sculptures are encouraging.

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Brommelle, J., Brommelle, N. Science and works of art. Nature 250, 767–770 (1974). https://doi.org/10.1038/250767a0

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