Restorer
Preserver of cultural artifacts
Fields of activity | Restorer
As a restorer, you’ll repair and preserve art and cultural objects, restoring them to their original condition when necessary. Your work may involve paintings, facades, furniture, or sculptures, where you’ll analyze materials, techniques, and the current state of the artwork to develop and implement suitable restoration measures.
Using various chemical and physical methods, such as ultrasound or pigment analysis, will be part of your daily routine as a restorer. You’ll collaborate with specialists (e.g., goldsmiths and painters) to meticulously carry out restoration work, including replacing damaged or missing parts and carefully cleaning surfaces.
Personal requirements | Restorer
- Scientific skills
- Manual and technical skills
- Care and precision
- Patience and perseverance
- Sense of responsibility
Path to the profession | Restorer
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Take the testPotential jobs | Restorer
As a restorer, you’ll typically work directly on artworks, either in your workshop or on-site. You may find employment in museums, historic buildings and monuments, as well as at heritage sites, such as castles or churches. Other potential employers include building administrations, public authorities, and auction houses. Alternative career opportunities exist in the art trade or in private restoration workshops.