Conservation Links on the Web
As you educate yourself about the exciting world of Art Conservation, there are links on the world-wide web that you will find useful.
CoOL: Conservation Online
CoOL is a project of the Preservation Department of Stanford University Libraries and offers a full text library of conservation information, covering a wide spectrum of topics of interest to those involved with the conservation of many different types of materials. It is mostly aimed at the conservation professional, but there is a great deal of information here that would be of interest to a more general market as well.
AIC:
The American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works
One of the two main organizations that govern the world of conservation
in North America. This site is quite deep, with an especially useful section
containing guidance about "Caring
for Your Treasures".
IIC:
International Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works
Contains less information that would be of interest to a non-professional,
but does feature a good
list of publications which are available for purchase by non-members.
CAPC:
Canadian Association of Professional Conservators
The professional association for the governance of the conservation
profession in Canada. This site is offered in both French and English, and contains
a particularly good discussion of "What Conservation Is."
Heritage
Preservation
Heritage Preservation works to ensure the preservation of America's collective
heritage. They have many programs and publications that provide advice and guidance
on the proper care and maintenance of all kinds of art objects. Their home page
will often feature a monthly set of preservation tips.
FindArtInfo.com
A massive database of art, artists and other art-related information sites.
Features a an art appraisal tool and a forum.
Agora Gallery, Chelsea - SoHo, New York, NY
Contemporary fine art gallery established 1984. Art consulting services to private and corporate art collectors are provided. Locations in the SoHo and Chelsea art districts. Exhibiting painting, drawing, sculpture, photography and mixed media. Artist portfolios are reviewed. The sponsor of the Chelsea International Fine Art Competition.
Art Gallery Worldwide
Artwork in different styles and media. Website offers a wide variety of features and services that enable customers and artists to buy and sell art.
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