Open AccessPRESERVATIONAL CLIMATE CONDITIONING FOR ARTWORKS ON PAPER
Author(s) -
Ivan Mijailović,
Slobodan Radojkovic
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
facta universitatis. series: working and living environmental protection/facta universitatis. series: working and living environmental protection
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2406-0534
pISSN - 0354-804X
DOI - 10.22190/fuwlep1901047m
Subject(s) - microclimate , hvac , architectural engineering , exhibition , air conditioning , painting , computer science , environmental science , humidity , visual arts , meteorology , engineering , art , history , geography , mechanical engineering , archaeology
Artworks on paper include manuscripts, prints, drawings, collages, and paintings on paper. Their preservation requires strict values of microclimate parameters, in particular temperature, humidity, radiation and illumination. Maintenance of these parameters in exhibition spaces and storages is of vital importance for collection integrity. Paper as an art medium is particularly sensitive to these factors. Employment of HVAC (Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning) system is recommended in order to avoid unwanted fluctuations in microclimate conditions. Intelligent control system should be used for data acquisition and activation of HVAC system when needed. In that way, the live span of these sensitive artworks can be extended and preserved for future generations.