Many of the special exhibitions presented at the Getty Villa include objects that are on loan through international partnerships and have been studied and treated by the J. Paul Getty Museum’s Department of Antiquities Conservation. In this informal presentation and discussion, conservators Jerry Podany, Eduardo Sánchez, and Marie Svoboda will share the many unique challenges and opportunities in handling masterpieces of ancient art and preparing them for public viewing.
Whether the conservators are re-restoring monumental South Italian vases, conserving a rare hoard of luxurious Roman silver vessels, cleaning an ancient terracotta bust of the goddess Persephone, or protecting an extraordinary statue from earthquakes, this program provides a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at their work at the Villa.
World Partnerships in Conservation will take place on June 14 at 7:30pm in the Villa Auditorium. Admission is free, but a ticket is required. Reserve tickets online or by calling (310) 440-7300.