The origin of aged artifacts can often be determined by its material and state. The weather and climate can affect the way artwork ages meanwhile the materiality and purpose of the work can help in understanding the natural resources in the object’s place of origin.
Concepts: Weather and Climate
Discussion:
How does the work reflect the environment it is from or has been in?
How has the environment weathered the art? Based on the wear and tear of the object, what conditions could the work have endured (particularly outdoor sculpture?
Does putting artwork outdoors cross any lines of environmental sustainability? Why or why not?
What processes are required to maintain art from environmental elements and weather?
