The study methods vary from simple visual and microscopic observation all the way to highly developed scientific methods of material analysis and imaging.
X-ray imaging is particularly useful for studying archaeological metal objects and paintings, but the Conservation unit’s large-capacity digital X-ray equipment also allows the researchers to study furniture and other bigger artefacts. Portable XRF (X-ray Fluorescence) and FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy) devices are used to analyse the materials of museum artefacts in order to further develop the conservation methods and promote the study of artefacts.
The studies are conducted in collaboration between researchers, universities and other research institutes.
For more information, please contact:
Eero Ehanti, tel. +358 (0) 295 33 6139, eero.ehanti@kansallismuseo.fi