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Gallery Conversation: The Art of Frame Preservation

Mon, Sept 16 | 2:00–2:45

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Francisco de Zurbarán

Join conservator Chris Brooks to learn about the centuries-old art and science behind preserving historical frames. This conversation will have a special focus on the restoration of Francisco de Zurbarán’s Saint Romanus of Antioch and Saint Barulas.

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Chris Brooks Saint Romanus Zurbaran

Christopher Brooks is an assistant conservator for frames in the Department of Conservation and Science. Since joining the paintings and frames team in 2009, he has specialized in preventive conservation for painting frames across the collection. 

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