Revolutionizing Art Conservation: The National Gallery's Digital Archive

The National Gallery, in collaboration with Hewlett Packard, is digitizing its Western European paintings collection to aid in conservation and public access. High-resolution digital images are stored for future reference and can be used to create life-size reproductions. This initiative not only helps in preserving the art but also allows the public to purchase prints and explore the collection online. The gallery's efforts have increased sales and expanded its reach to an international audience, while ensuring copyright protection through embedded logos.

What is the primary purpose of digitizing the National Gallery's collection?

• To assist in picture conservation

• To sell digital copies online

• To replace physical paintings

• To create a virtual gallery

How does the National Gallery's partnership with Hewlett Packard benefit the public?

• By offering free entry to the gallery

• By providing online art classes

• By allowing purchase of high-quality reproductions

• By organizing art competitions

What is a significant outcome of the print-on-demand feature at the National Gallery?

• An increase in sales of art reproductions

• A decline in digital art interest

• A rise in art theft

• A decrease in gallery visitors

What feature does the National Gallery's website offer to enhance art viewing?

• A picture navigator for detailed examination

• Interactive art games

• Live artist interviews

• Virtual reality tours

What measure is taken to prevent copyright infringement of digital images?

• Images are watermarked with a discrete logo

• Images are displayed at low resolution

• Images are only available in black and white

• Access to images is restricted to members