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Innovative Technology in Art Conservation provides one of the first ever critical assessments of innovation in conservation science and questions what role it should play in conservation and conservation ethics. Written in language understandable for the non-technical reader, the book begins with a brief history of so-called science-based conservation, examining how it developed based on the history of codes of conservation ethics and conservation decision-making. It takes a critical look at so-called innovative technologies in art conservation and what such technologies are actually offering to the field. As an example, the results of advanced technologies for the high-resolution digital documentation and reproduction of works of art are examined in light of the concept of original appearance and perception science, how people see and perceive objects. The book concludes with some reflections on the future of science-based conservation, calling for more thoughtful consideration of what it is that is being offered, and why and for whom. Innovative Technology in Art Conservation is essential reading for the international community of conservators, heritage professionals who must make decisions about the use of advanced technologies in conservation and conservation science, as well as important reading for academics and students.