Centre d'Analyses et de Recherche en Art et Archéologie
Elemental analyses by X-ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy Conservation students from the Ecole de Condé (Paris) participated in a workshop dedicated to the use and interpretation of elementary analyses by mean of X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy (XRF). The artworks analysed during this workshop were: “Mademoiselle de Sens”, (Att. to N. de Largillierre), 18th century, (Museum of Sens)…
The study of historical monuments concerns the study of some decorative art objects (tapestries, sculptures, paintings, etc.) as well the study of the architectural structure (murals, wall sculptures, railings, exterior coatings, etc.). The broad range of techniques available in conservation science can be applied to the study of these historical monuments in a goal of…
Analytical study of a painting recently attributed to Le Nain “Christ at Martha and Mary” is a painting discovered in the church of Saint-Didier in 2012 in France and today attributed to Mathieu Le Nain. After an important restoration by J. Szpila Verdavaine, it is now visible in the exhibition of the Louvre-Lens. CARAA participated…
CARAA will be present at the National Archeology Days in Paris on June 16, 17 & 18th. We invite you to come and meet us to discuss all issues you are facing. Details related to this event (exact locations and detailed program will be posted soon). The web page dedicated to the JNA is already…