Bacteria is being used to restore church frescoes in Italy
Bacteria can effectively assist in art restoration, offering a modern, less damaging alternative to traditional methods.
Siena's Baptismal font-decorated with Donatello reliefs-unveiled after three-year restoration
After centuries of use in baptising newborns and artistic analysis, Siena's Battistero di San Giovanni's immense baptismal font underwent a three-year restoration using a combination of high-tech and low-tech methods.
These Twin Marvels of Art Conservation Are Now Seen as Looted Works
The Met returned two looted ancient Greek drinking cups after new evidence revealed their illicit provenance, highlighting issues in museum accountability.
Museum acquires stolen Limoges enamels for 13th c. casket
Turin's Civic Museum reclaimed stolen 13th-century Limoges enamel pieces through a successful crowdfunding campaign, raising over 52,000 euros from 742 donors.
Rothko Chapel closes due to hurricane damage
Rothko Chapel has closed indefinitely due to damage from Hurricane Beryl, impacting three paintings and parts of the chapel.
Stairway to Rococo heaven reopens as Jacquemart-Andre restoration completes
Musee Jacquemart-Andre reopens on September 6, offering dining experience beneath Tiepolo frescoes in a renovated historic mansion.
Bacteria is being used to restore church frescoes in Italy
Bacteria can effectively assist in art restoration, offering a modern, less damaging alternative to traditional methods.
Siena's Baptismal font-decorated with Donatello reliefs-unveiled after three-year restoration
After centuries of use in baptising newborns and artistic analysis, Siena's Battistero di San Giovanni's immense baptismal font underwent a three-year restoration using a combination of high-tech and low-tech methods.
These Twin Marvels of Art Conservation Are Now Seen as Looted Works
The Met returned two looted ancient Greek drinking cups after new evidence revealed their illicit provenance, highlighting issues in museum accountability.
Museum acquires stolen Limoges enamels for 13th c. casket
Turin's Civic Museum reclaimed stolen 13th-century Limoges enamel pieces through a successful crowdfunding campaign, raising over 52,000 euros from 742 donors.
Rothko Chapel closes due to hurricane damage
Rothko Chapel has closed indefinitely due to damage from Hurricane Beryl, impacting three paintings and parts of the chapel.
Stairway to Rococo heaven reopens as Jacquemart-Andre restoration completes
Musee Jacquemart-Andre reopens on September 6, offering dining experience beneath Tiepolo frescoes in a renovated historic mansion.
Was Cimabue the true father of the Italian Renaissance? New restoration reveals pivotal innovations
The restoration of Cimabue's La Maestà challenges long-held views of his work, showcasing significant innovations prior to the Renaissance.
Was Cimabue the true father of the Italian Renaissance? Newly completed restoration reveals pivotal innovations
Cimabue's La Maestà restoration reveals significant artistic innovations, challenging traditional narratives comparing him unfavorably to his student Giotto.
Was Cimabue the true father of the Italian Renaissance? New restoration reveals pivotal innovations
The restoration of Cimabue's La Maestà challenges long-held views of his work, showcasing significant innovations prior to the Renaissance.
Was Cimabue the true father of the Italian Renaissance? Newly completed restoration reveals pivotal innovations
Cimabue's La Maestà restoration reveals significant artistic innovations, challenging traditional narratives comparing him unfavorably to his student Giotto.
Pre-Revolutionary angels revealed at Boston's Old North Church
The re-emergence of painted angels in Boston's Old North Church reveals the church's Anglican heritage and colorful past, contrasting with the city's Puritan style.
Priceless Canadian art pieces from St. Anne's church fire wreckage being brought back to life | CBC News
Hope remains for restoring invaluable artworks from St. Anne's Church after a devastating fire, as conservators begin their work.
Maya blue': The mystery dye recreated two centuries after it was lost
A Maya ceramicist successfully recreates a long-lost pre-Hispanic blue pigment using the indigenous ch'oj plant, resuming an ancient cultural tradition.
Behold a Digital Restoration of 655 Plates of Roses & Lilies by Pierre-Joseph Redoute: The Greatest Botanical Illustrator of All Time
Pierre-Joseph Redouté's meticulous floral illustrations exemplify unparalleled artistic achievement, prompting Nicholas Rougeux's restoration efforts for greater appreciation.
For Sale: A Painting the Monuments Men Rescued From the Nazis
The auction of a portrait liberated by American soldiers underscores the vital role of the Monuments Men in restoring stolen art post-WWII.
Hidden scrolls, tantric puzzles and SpongeBob SquarePants a startling new angle on ancient Asian art
The Rijksmuseum's exhibition highlights hidden aspects of ancient Tibetan bronzes, revealing their spiritual significance and complexities through advanced imaging techniques.
Residents restore mural after graffiti damage
Residents in north London restored murals damaged by graffiti to enhance community safety and engagement.
Edfu temple restoration reveals original inscriptions, colors, gold
The restoration of the Temple of Horus has uncovered original colors and inscriptions, shedding new light on Ptolemaic religious practices.
Stolen double portrait of Rubens, Van Dyck returns to Chatworth
The double portrait of Rubens and Van Dyck is back at Chatsworth House after being stolen for decades.
Historic Victorian transformed by owner, San Francisco artist, asking $3.7M
390 Page St. is a meticulously restored Victorian home for sale, showcasing a blend of historical craftsmanship and artistic embellishments, asking $3.7 million.
Gilded Age grotto mural restored in the nick of time
The Miami grotto mural by Chanler is set for restoration due to a National Park Service grant, preserving a significant piece of art history.
Iconic Downtown San Jose mural gets much-needed restoration
The Homage mural in San Jose has been restored, emphasizing its historical significance and the community's appreciation for public art.
Early Color Photography, and the Man Who Revives It
Stuart Humphryes has built a large social media following by enhancing early color photographs, turning a hobby into a significant creative enterprise.
AI recreates Velazquez's Expulsion of the Moriscos' lost to flames centuries ago
The Royal Alcazar fire in 1734 destroyed valuable paintings.
Artist recreated lost Velazquez painting using AI.