Xilogravura japoneză Ukiyo-e, de la creaţie la restaurare
The Japanese woodblock printing - Ukiyo-e in the M.N.A.R collection, from creation to conservation

Summary/Abstract: Ukiyo-e, or Japanese traditional woodblock printing, was initially a popular form of art intended for and largely spread among the lower class of the time in the country of origin (while only the higher class afforded the traditional paintings). Lately it has spread in Europe and America as well, having a strong impact on Western art in the early twentieth century while the Japanese stream evolved.Although considered a popular form of art in the beginning, the Japanese woodblock printings have become considerably widespread and highly appreciated among collectors. The lack of in-depth knowledge of its origin, the type of materials used and their characteristics, the storage and exhibiting conditions as well as certain reactions to the applied treatments have led to their deterioration for a long period of time.It is of particular significance the fact that in time the Oriental specific materials and conservation techniques have become widespread and highly appreciated in the conservation of European art as well.

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