Conservation Challenges in Artworks

The video explores the challenges of art conservation, focusing on Janine Antoni's sculpture 'Lick and Lather'. Made from soap and chocolate, the sculpture faces deterioration issues. The video discusses the artist's intent and the conservation efforts to preserve the artwork, highlighting the balance between material integrity and preservation.

What is one of the main challenges conservators face with certain artworks?

• Creating replicas

• Restoring disintegrating art

• Selling art pieces

• Finding new artists

What materials are used in Janine Antoni's 'Lick and Lather' sculpture?

• Wood and metal

• Soap and chocolate

• Glass and clay

• Bronze and marble

What unusual incident happened to the chocolate bust of 'Lick and Lather'?

• It was painted over

• It melted in the sun

• A visitor bit the nose off

• It was stolen

What is the main conservation issue with the soap bust in 'Lick and Lather'?

• It is too small

• It is too heavy

• It is too expensive to maintain

• It is discolored and cracked

How does Janine Antoni feel about using materials other than soap for her sculpture?

• She wants to use plastic

• She insists on using 100% soap

• She is open to using other materials

• She prefers using metal

What is the proposed solution for preserving 'Lick and Lather'?

• Cover it with glass

• Recreate it every few years

• Store it in a vault

• Paint it with a protective layer