http://dashboard.imamuseum.org/topic/Conservation Topic dashboard pages en http://dashboard.imamuseum.org/node/427 <p>DESCRIPTION<br /> The number of hours spent by a team of 13 IMA conservators treating works of art, after examination, to alter and improve their condition. </p> <p>EXPLANATION<br /> As explained in <a href="http://dashboard.imamuseum.org/series/2008+Examination+Hours"> Total Examination Hours</a>, examinations must occur prior to the treatment of works of art to determine the best method of improvement or preservation.</p> <p><a href="http://dashboard.imamuseum.org/node/427">read more</a></p> http://dashboard.imamuseum.org/node/427#comments 2008 Treatment hours Art Conservation clock Sat, 05 Jul 2008 10:15:16 -0400 sdupuis 427 at http://dashboard.imamuseum.org http://dashboard.imamuseum.org/node/426 <p>DESCRIPTION<br /> The number of hours spent by a team of 13 IMA conservators examining art for acquisitions, surveys, loans out, loans in and pre-treatments.</p> <p>EXPLANATION<br /> Examinations are vital for the longevity and conservation of work of arts. Each reason for examination is explained in depth below:</p> <p>Acquisition: Works being considered for purchase or acceptance as gifts are examined to determine their condition and overall stability. Damage, restorations and infestation problems are noted and in some cases the authenticity of a work is confirmed.</p> <p><a href="http://dashboard.imamuseum.org/node/426">read more</a></p> http://dashboard.imamuseum.org/node/426#comments 2008 Examination Hours Art Conservation clock Sat, 05 Jul 2008 10:14:47 -0400 sdupuis 426 at http://dashboard.imamuseum.org