Art collectors -UV Black light! New Info!

  • 13 years ago
This 3:35 min. UV black light video shows a painting that a collector bought that was thought to be in “good condition.” See what he REALLY bought! The right quality and powered UV blacklights can show up details that are not visible in regular light - retouchings/inpainting/ previous restorations, different kinds of varnishes. Some quick views of restoration process have given. All these conditions will give a clue to cleaning, fraudulent restorations and technique details. This discovery process is part of FULL DISCLOSURE when you are buying and may make a huge difference in the value of your money invested. This video is full of great tips for art collectors.

Scott M. Haskins, Conservator of fine art, shows examples and teaches how to use the UV black light. Full instructional video available at www.tipsforfineartcollectors.org/blacklight-package

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