Why are pastels framed behind glass?

Glass protects the delicate, unsealed pigment particles from air currents, dust and accidental touch. Without this physical barrier, the dry chalk and pastel powder would easily smear or flake away from the paper.

Can I hang these drawings in direct sunlight?

Bright sunlight causes fugitive pigments and tinted paper grounds to fade permanently over time. Display your artwork on an interior wall away from windows and strong artificial heat sources.

How do I identify the date of a pastel?

Examine the style of clothing in portraits, the framing construction and any signatures or inscriptions on the backing paper. Stylistic movements like Georgian, Victorian or Mid-Century Modern offer strong clues to the decade of creation.

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