In 2022, Athens Art Conservation was selected by the French Archaeological School of Athens, for the documentation, restoration, and preventive conservation of the unity “Works on papers” (Pencils, Charcoal, Watercolor) of the “Archives Gilliéron”.

This unity of works of art counts 500 items with different sizes and mediums on paper, presenting various deteriorations. In order to register and document the artworks, Athens Art Conservation designed and created a tailormade database as per client needs, comprising all necessary information related to the identification and description of each artwork (Id., dimensions, date of creation, signature, other notes, medium, technique, characteristic of the paper support, photographic documentation, etc.) as well as the documentation of the condition of the artwork prior and after conservation.

Each artwork was examined using non-destructive techniques to decide upon the most adequate restoration and preservation procedures selected and  applied.

Finally, the unity was organized and stored in adequate boxes and folders made with inert materials, to facilitate their handling by the French school researchers and users.