The use of infrared reflectography in art conservation and authenticity
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Authors
Corradi, Bethany R.
Issue Date
2008
Type
Thesis
Language
en
Keywords
Forensic science
Alternative Title
Abstract
The use of infrared reflectography is a standard practice in many forms of investigative work. In the world of art, infrared imaging can look beneath the surface of a painting and show under drawings which are an important resource in conservation and authenticity. It is a common, inexpensive and non-invasive technique that is often used by both scientists and art historians to answer questions that provenance cannot determine. Infrared spectroscopy extends the use of infrared imaging to a qualitative science to determine the chemical composition of the compounds used in paintings. By looking at the utilization of both techniques through several cases, the advantages of infrared reflectography can clearly be shown over more expensive and damaging techniques for art conservation and authenticity.