Difference Between !

Art preservation vs. Art conservation vs.

Restoration
Art preservation vs. Art conservation vs. Restoration

 In the world of museum collections care, many

phrases and terms might be confusing. Even
the most experienced art conservators might
use one term when they intended to use
another. While using confusing shadows for
shading or interchanging the term classic with
classical can be a silly mistake in museum care,
it is rather a harmless mistake.
 But some terms can lead to serious outcomes if
interchanged. The most common mistaken terms
are restoration, art conservation, and art
restoration.

 Though these three terms are often confused, they

are set apart by many differences. While they are
associated with enhancing the artwork, restoration
and conservation have different methods to treat an
artwork. When someone looking to get their
artwork restored interchanges these terms, they
could be ending up putting their expensive artwork
in the wrong hands.
 By figuring out the differences between art
conservation, art preservation, and art
restoration, you can make an informed decision
about the process they want. All are important
parts of historic preservation.

 Here we have come up with some differences

between art conservation and art restoration to
clear any doubts about these three fields of
work.
Understanding the Definition of Art
Preservation, Conservation, and
Restoration:
 Understanding the Definition of Art
Preservation, Conservation, and Restoration:
 What is Art Preservation?
 Art preservation involves protecting an object
from destruction and making sure that the
object is not altered or changed. It is a
commonly used term for architecture and the
built environment.
 What is Art Conservation?
Conservation refers to the process of preserving the
maximum amount of the original material in as unaltered
condition as possible. All additions or repairs should be
reversible and removable without impacting the condition of
the original material, even in the future. However,
conservation doesn’t encompass artistic choices or material
experimentation on the object. An museum art conservator is
also responsible for preserving the original work. It requires
them to be skilled in cleaning, repairing, and oftentimes,
removing old restoration attempts. They have to make sure
that the art is preserved for years to come. They attempt to
keep the original piece in its original form as possible.
 What is Art Restoration?
Restoration refers to the process of bringing an
object back to its original position or condition.
When restoring an art object, the absolute focus is
on its final appearance. The client and restorer
determine the most desirable period of an object’s
life, and the restorer does whatever is required to
return the object’s original appearance. Some
restorers might not consider the long-term,
damaging impacts of using certain materials on
artwork.
 Choose the Right Professional to Work
With
 We hope that you must have understood the key differences
between preservation, conservation, and restoration. Like we have
said before, every practice plays important role in historic
preservation.

 Whatever you choose, make sure to work with a certified

professional. It will give you peace of mind that your artwork is in
the safe hand. They are knowledgeable and certified for
maintaining and improving the piece of art. Whether you have an
artwork that needs to be cleaned, a sculpture that has to be
reassembled, or an artifact that needs to be repaired, choosing the
right professional can give your beloved piece of art a new lease of
life.
 Barbara Appelbaum Books

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