Preserving Historical Metalwork Techniques

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Question:

Which of the following procedures applies to a metal worker preserving the historical character of a piece of metalwork? (Select all that apply.)

Ahmad carefully identifies the features of the original house, such as the window hoods painted black.

Joseph points out that the tin ceiling won’t look like it originally did unless the paint can be removed.

Liang replaces the original façade with a new one, using similar metal but a more geometric pattern.

Rachel carefully shapes new replacement metal pieces to match the original pieces of a damaged column.

Answer:

The procedures that apply to a metal worker preserving the historical character of a piece of metalwork are:

  • Joseph points out that the tin ceiling won’t look like it originally did unless the paint can be removed. (This indicates an effort to restore the original appearance of the metalwork.)

  • Rachel carefully shapes new replacement metal pieces to match the original pieces of a damaged column. (This demonstrates a commitment to preserving the original design and character of the piece by creating replacements that match the original.)

Ahmad's identification of features is more about documentation than preservation, and Liang's replacement of the original façade with a new one does not preserve the historical character, as it involves a significant alteration in