Services

 

Conservation and Restoration

  • Books and Paper

    • Single graphic documents, Books, Works of Art

  • Paintings

    • Particularly from 18th-21th centuries

    • Different binders

    • Various supports

  • Photography

    • Proofs; Negatives; Slides; Direct positives

  • Synthetic polymeric materials

    • Plastics; Rubbers; Films; Fibres

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Condition Reports

We make the evaluation of the current condition of objects and collections. Being qualified to assess the state of conservation of the most varied types of objects and collections.

Preventive Conservation

Monitoring the environmental conditions of your storage and exhibition space by measuring:

  • Temperature and Relative Humidity

  • Illumination, Radiation

  • Pollutants and Particles

  • Etc.

Assessment and identification of spaces and surfaces with microbiological contamination and development of integrated pest control plans.

Design and adaptation of exhibition systems conceived to ensure optimal climatic conditions for the preservation of artworks.

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Consulting

We can help you define conservation priorities for your collection and predict the associated risks, as well as assess and improve the preservation conditions of your storage and exhibition space.

Technical Studies & Analyses

Photographic documentation using different wavelengths (Infrared and Ultraviolet).

Preparation and analysis of cross-sections or fibres using Optical Microscopy.

Access to equipment and analytical instrumentation at DCR (NOVA) and other partner institutions for characterisation of materials and techniques:

  • µ-EDXRF

  • FTIR-ATR

  • µ-Raman

  • Optical Microscope

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Training

We develop seminars and workshops for professionals from the field of cultural heritage. And can also develop customised training courses, according to the needs of your institution.