Fragile Artwork Scanning
Fragile artwork requires a capture method that minimises contact, bending, pressure and unnecessary handling.
Before capture, the physical condition should be assessed. Camera capture can be advantageous where contact scanning would introduce unacceptable pressure or movement.
Fragile artwork digitisation
The capture method should be selected around the original object, its condition and the purpose of the digital master. Suitable material may be captured with a WideTEK 36 ART, reprographic camera system or flatbed solution, while delicate, oversized or surface-sensitive work may require a non-contact approach.
Materials and considerations
Brittle paper
Considered as part of the specialist capture and quality-control workflow for this material.
Torn artwork
Considered as part of the specialist capture and quality-control workflow for this material.
Faded drawings
Considered as part of the specialist capture and quality-control workflow for this material.
Fragile prints
Considered as part of the specialist capture and quality-control workflow for this material.
Historic paper
Considered as part of the specialist capture and quality-control workflow for this material.
Delicate collections
Considered as part of the specialist capture and quality-control workflow for this material.
Key considerations
- Brittle paper
- Torn artwork
- Faded drawings
- Fragile prints
- Historic paper
- Delicate collections
Need an artwork scanning specification?
We can assess the size, material, condition and intended use of your artwork or visual collection and recommend an appropriate capture method and digital output.