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Decoding the Masters: The Technical Examination, Conservation, and Reconstruction of Old Master Paintings was presented by Brian Baade, Painting Conservator, Instructor,
and Researcher of Historic Painting Materials and Techniques at the
University of Delaware, and Kristin deGhetaldi, Painting
Conservator and Doctoral Candidate in the Program in Preservation
Studies at the University of Delaware. The materials and techniques used
by the Old Masters were discussed, and the speakers explained how
historically accurate reconstructions of paintings can be used to
facilitate the visual understanding of paintings from Giotto to Pablo
Picasso. Analytical methods and art conservation strategies currently
used in major museums and institutions were discussed. The presentation
previewed a few of the subjects that will be covered in the new UD
course, "Decoding the Masters." You can read more in UDaily.
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Brian Baade and Kristin deGhetaldi spoke on the technical examination, conservation and reconstruction of Old Master paintings.
11/29/2011