A diverse mix of projects have captured the attention of our lovely LinkedIN followers in 2024. Here we’re showcasing the most popular conservation projects that we’ve shared on our page this half of the year so far. From a detailed account of conserving Ancient Egyptian cartonange to analysing the fragility of Degas’ famous pastel portraits, take a closer look at our top 5 picks.
Conserving the Aswan Cartonnage
Ancient Egypt will forever be a source of wonder, even for the professionals with this incredible 3D puzzle proving to be a unique challenge for everyone involved at The British Museum.
Take a closer look at this thoroughly detailed account of the different aspects of major conservation as conservators Verena Kotonski and Barbara Wills take on the 2,300-year-old ancient Egyptian coffin.
Read the full project here.
The Fragility of Degas Pastels
While heralding as one of the most radiant mediums an artist can choose, pastels are also one of the most fragile. And what artist is better than Degas to analyse the challenges in conservation that this wonderful medium presents at The Met.
Read the full project here.
Infilling losses: the conservation of a mid-nineteenth-century parchment stationery binding
To many, this example may look like it's beyond repair, but this case study, as documented in this blog showcases the best of what can be achieved through carefully considered conservation.
Read the full project here.
Student Blog: 10 months into a Internship at the Brooklyn Museum.
We also enjoy reading student blogs and here, Adriana Benavides , WUDPAC Class of 2024, takes us through her time and variety of projects and diverse treatments that she has undertaken at the Paintings lab at the Brooklyn Museum.
Read the full project here.
The conservation of Angelica Kauffman's Diomedes and Cressida original neoclassical frame
Frames not only help protect and support artwork but they enhance the look and feel of the hosted painting and even tells a story of its own.
Read the full project here.
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