Question

why is it important for an art conservation scientist to study the properties of a painting before its repaired

Answer 1

Answer : Art conservation requires minute study for the properties of a painting before it undergoes a repair work as it may help the scientist to predict the cause of damage and the areas will be identified and accordingly the damage repair work can be started off. To maintain the overall integrity of the painting intact it needs to be studied well. For repairs to be more discrete and less obstructive it has to be inspected well so that the authenticity of the painting is not lost.