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 purpose of the high technology used by the Centuries Old Gallery?

How does the National Gallery ensure the conservation of its paintings?

What advantages does the high resolution archive provide to the public?

Describe the features available on the National Gallery's website for browsing artworks.

What measures are taken to deter copyright infringement on zoomable images?