Challenges and approaches in conserving New Ink Art |
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| Authors: | Angela Wai-sum Liu Athena Kin-kam Wong Evita So Yeung |
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| Institution: | 1. Leisure and Cultural Services Department, Conservation Office, Kowloon, Hong Kongawsliu@lcsd.gov.hk;3. Leisure and Cultural Services Department, Conservation Office, Kowloon, Hong Kong |
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| Abstract: | Most of the examples of New Ink Art in public collections in Hong Kong are generally in the form of traditional ink paintings, yet each of them have different intention from the artist, with abstract notions to deliver. They always present unexpected challenges in the course of conservation and preservation, ranging from ethical, legal, technological, technical, to time-based medium, and display issues. This paper draws the attention of museum workers and conservators to the preservation issues of New Ink Art by using two works by two internationally-renowned artists. It aims to resolve the common issues around their artworks by comparing with and making references to different solutions and approaches currently adopted in other countries, like the United States, Canada, and Europe. It clarifies the ethical concepts involved, and brings us new insight to cope with ever-changing confrontations and problems while conserving, preserving, and displaying New Ink Art. |
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| Keywords: | New ink art Integrity Authenticity Artist's intent Reproduction Ephemeral performance |
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