Chemistry

Analysis of Volatile Organic Compounds in Artist's Materials

Presenter Information

Sydney Pate, Butler University

Document Type

Poster Presentation

Location

Indianapolis, IN

Start Date

10-4-2015 8:45 AM

End Date

10-4-2015 10:00 AM

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.

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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.