Restore art using scientific methods

Follow closely works of art and artifacts by using scientific tools such as x-rays and visual tools, to define the causes of deterioration. Analyse the possibility to restore these objects in a way that can take their original form or condition.

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skill/competence

sector-specific

Restore art using scientific methods is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Art restorer: Art restorers work to perform corrective treatment based on an evaluation of the aesthetic, historic and scientific characteristics of art objects. They determine the structural stability of art pieces and address problems of chemical and physical deterioration.
Book restorer: Book restorers work to correct and treat books based on an evaluation of their aesthetic, historic and scientific characteristics. They determine the stability of the book and address the problems of chemical and physical deterioration of it.  

Restore art using scientific methods is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

References

1. Restore art using scientific methods – ESCO