Art Restoration: Issues and Techniques

3 units

Focues on the history, concepts, and methods of art restoration and conservation. Focuses on construction techniques and the applied science of modern restoration. Emphasis on importance of photographic documentation and restoration reports. Discussion of ethics. Includes visits to museums and restoration workshops. Final paper related to piece of art chosen during a museum or workshop visit, using acquired knowledge and insight. 3 units. This course is part of the Art History Program in Florence and is taken in Florence, Italy.