CLEAN : Rijksmuseum starts restoration of Rembrandt's 'The Night Watch'

The video tutorial discusses the restoration and conservation of the Night Watch painting. Initially, the painting is set up on a specially made table, and the canvas is prepared for restoration. The process involves removing deformations and replacing the old wooden frame with an aluminium one to maintain stability. High-resolution photographs were taken for research and public engagement, allowing people to explore the painting in detail, especially during the museum's closure due to the pandemic. The conservation efforts aim to preserve the painting's integrity and ensure its longevity.

What was the main reason for removing the canvas from its original stretcher?

• To add a new layer of paint

• To change the painting's location

• To address the deformations in the canvas

• To update the painting's colors

Why is the Night Watch painting considered special in the context of this restoration project?

• It is the largest painting in the museum

• It was painted by a famous artist

• It has never been restored before

• It is the subject of a high-resolution photography project

How has the public been able to engage with the Night Watch painting during the museum's closure?

• By watching live restoration videos

• By attending virtual tours

• By viewing high-resolution photographs online

• By reading articles about the painting

What is the purpose of replacing the old wooden frame with an aluminum one?

• To make the painting lighter

• To enhance the painting's appearance

• To increase the painting's value

• To prevent the canvas from sagging

What is the next step in the conservation process after mapping out every fiber and pigment?

• Exhibiting the painting in a new gallery

• Creating a digital replica

• Starting the restoration of the painting

• Repainting the entire canvas