The conservation of pictures

Abstract

Reviewed by Ruhemann/Plesters: “One of the most interesting features of this small book is the use of the term ‘conservation’ rather than ‘restoration’ in its title. Serious consideration is given to the question of environment, e. g. the importance of proper atmospheric conditions, the damaging effects of damp, sunlight, or of hanging pictures over a fireplace or exposed to lamp or candle smoke...&c.&c. Protection, as distinct from restoration, of pictures is emphasized throughout....&c &c.” The cleaning of paintings, p. 392.