Sadigh Gallery

  Preserving ancient artifacts is no mean feat. There are certain rules and guidelines to follow when it comes to keeping ancient metal artifacts pristine or even near mint condition. Caring for ancient metal artifacts require proper handling, transportation, and storage. Sadigh Gallery in New York says that all but gold is vulnerable to corrosion and oxidation. The number one objective of preservation is to prevent ancient metal artifacts from oxidation and corrosion which are often caused by moisture and oils and acids found on skin. It’s imperative that ancient metal artifacts are stored in a dry and temperature-controlled or climate-controlled environment. In the absence of these facilities, ancient metal artifacts are preserved better in living areas than in places that are too hot or too cold such as attics and basements. Image source: Vatican.com Rule of thumb: If unsure, seek professional help. Cleaning, handling, and transporting ancient metal artifacts require...

Image source: ancientresource.com At the height of its power, the Roman Empire covered much of West Asia, approximately a fourth of Europe, and the entire northern coastal area of Africa. The vastness of its territory meant that society today has been gifted with countless ancient artifacts and ancient arts from the Empire scattered across the world. An example of the artifacts is the Roman oil lamp, which Sadigh Gallery has plenty of. Almost every Roman then possessed an oil lamp because it was their primary source of light during the night. Oil lamps were said to be one of the most common items that can be seen in households during the ancient times. While several materials can be used for creating ancient oil lamps, the Roman versions were usually made of ceramic, particularly gypsum or plaster. This allowed for ornamentation of the lamp to the liking of its creator. The Romans were quite fond of divinity, art, and nature, themes that were apparent in the design of t...