Preven(ta)tive conservation, sometimes referred to as preven(ta)tive care or just collections care, is the practice of minimizing or mitigating damage and deterioration to cultural heritage objects and collections by acting on the surrounding environment of a...
If you work in a small museum, gallery, or heritage site, you may have encountered the challenge of creating an art loan agreement for the first time. An art loan agreement is a legal document that outlines the terms and conditions of lending or borrowing an artwork...
Art transport insurance is a type of insurance that covers the risks of damage, loss, or theft of artworks during transportation – generally for the purposes of a loan. This insurance is specific to collections that are in transit. Depending on your policy, it...
In the world of cultural heritage, the preservation of art and historical documents is as important as their creation. Leslie Courtois, the sole conservator at the Library of Virginia, is an exemplar of dedication to this mission. With 28 years of experience, she’s...
Transporting art is a delicate and complex process that requires careful planning and execution. Artworks are often fragile, valuable, and irreplaceable, and they need to be protected from damage, theft, and environmental factors during transit. However, transporting...
