The Odyssey of an Egyptian Cat Sculpture
Analysis of a bronze cat reveals clues about its ancient past.
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All Posts by Jeffrey Maish
My work as conservator in the Antiquities Conservation Department at the J. Paul Getty Museum involves a variety of ancient materials. In addition to technical studies of gold and silver objects in the collection, I’ve worked on several bronze sculptures on loan to the Museum.
A Rare Etruscan Brooch Rediscovered
New findings about an opulent ancient accessory.
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Bronze Patinas, Noble and Vile
They’re all made from the same stuff, so why do bronze statues come in so many different colors?
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