Restoration and Provenance with Handheld XRF
The Thermo Scientific Niton XRF analyzer identifies components of pigments in paintings and glazes, thereby assisting conservators in the preservation and restoration of artifacts, as well as aiding in establishing provenance. By identifying elements without removing the paintings from the frame, curators are reassured that their pieces can be examined safely, without the potential for physical damage.
Our analyzers also can be used to measure metal alloy content, identifying objects such as jewelry, silverware, and weaponry, and establishing provenance based on the elements and their concentrations. Authenticating pieces helps prevent counterfeits and fraud, and helps ensure that a returned artifact is the same one that a museum loaned.
