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When the Earth Shakes, Come to the de Young!
The de Young is one of the safest places to be during an earthquake.
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Conserving Louise Nevelson’s “Ocean Gate”
The Objects Conservation Department worked with outdoor sculpture contractors to conserve the Louise Nevelson sculpture Ocean Gate in 2011.
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The Conservator’s Role in Honoring Artistic Intent
When conservators design a treatment for a corroded sculpture, they often have to grapple with the issue of the artist’s intent.
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Monet’s Water Lilies Returns to the Legion of Honor
Here is a behind-the-scenes look at the painting’s whereabouts over the past year.
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The Inner Workings of a Bolivian Monedero
It’s not just a simple knit 1, purl 2 project. Instead, it should carry the warning, “Requires Expert Supervision.”
By Sarah Gates
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Ironing out Wrinkles and Fixing Earthquake Faults
When Alan Sonfist’s work came to the Paintings Conservation department for treatment, my first thought was: This graphite drawing on canvas is more a drawing on a textile than it is a painting.
By José Luis Lazarte
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Playing with Food (for Art and Science)
Our paper conservation team set up a screen-printing station to investigate prints Ed Ruscha made with foods, including Heinz Baked Beans and caviar.
