Chemistry
Event Title
Analysis of Volatile Organic Compounds in Artist's Materials
Document Type
Poster Presentation
Location
Indianapolis, IN
Start Date
10-4-2015 8:45 AM
End Date
10-4-2015 10:00 AM
Sponsor
Michael Samide (Butler University)
Description
The purpose of this study is to develop a rapid method to identify and quantify specific amounts of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that are emitted from wood commonly used in the display and production of art that could in time harm the artwork. Conservationists have three main tests that are currently used in museums, but these tests only allow speculation of the compounds present in the material. Separate studies have produced lists of commonly known VOCs that are emitted from wood materials. The goal of the current work is to ultimately create a method connecting the conservation work and the VOC identity to assist the conservator in displaying and protecting an artist's work.
Analysis of Volatile Organic Compounds in Artist's Materials
Indianapolis, IN
The purpose of this study is to develop a rapid method to identify and quantify specific amounts of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that are emitted from wood commonly used in the display and production of art that could in time harm the artwork. Conservationists have three main tests that are currently used in museums, but these tests only allow speculation of the compounds present in the material. Separate studies have produced lists of commonly known VOCs that are emitted from wood materials. The goal of the current work is to ultimately create a method connecting the conservation work and the VOC identity to assist the conservator in displaying and protecting an artist's work.