Papier japoński jako materiał w konserwacji dzieł sztuki

Handmade Japanese paper comprises material used in the conservation of works of art for the purposes of doubling, under-gluing, and the supplementation of gaps, as well as auxiliary work connected with the conservation not only of paper but also paintings and fabric. A list of basic information about washi can assist in the selection of suitable paper. The quality of paper is affected by properties of the fibres from which it is made. The process of production itself can exert considerable impact on the durability and features of Japanese paper. Paper traditionally produced in Japan possesses original names and characteristic. It is highly recommended to use paper tested in Western laboratories, although the information offered by the producer and own observations could be also helpful in determining quality.