Preparation and transportation: How to take care of ancient artifacts

Ancient artifacts have been preserved throughout generations. There are techniques to better keep the artifacts in the best shape possible. These are fragile pieces, and the top priority of every person taking care of these is to do no harm. Keeping them safe might be such a task, but the seeing that perfect care has been given to preserve is enough reward.

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Preparation

Gold is the only metal that’s not susceptible to corrosion or oxidation. Caring for metal artifacts means preventing the pieces from getting corrosion caused by moisture, while other chemicals can have a thing or two to do with it. Generally, artifacts made of metal should be stored in living areas that tend to be drier than basements, sheds, and attics which can be too hot for storage.

It’s best to leave preparations to professionals to not cause any harm to the artifacts, especially when one is having thoughts on which techniques to use to preserve them.

Transportation

The logistics for transporting ancient artifacts must be planned months or even a year before an exhibition takes place. Collections travel far and wide, depending on where it will be exhibited or where it will be sold. Different artifacts require different mounts, as they have seen various repairs through the years. When ancient artifacts are on the move, they are escorted by professionals and are kept in a variety of foams as these, too, have different purposes. Some artifacts have certain kinds of objects included to maintain consistent environmental conditions during travel.

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New York-based Sadigh Gallery is a family-owned art gallery specializing in handling and selling ancient artifacts and coins. The gallery has a large customer base that has been supporting the business for 10 to 20 years, and it considers its customers as good friends instead of business partners. For more updates from Sadigh Gallery, visit this website.