Design Development Associates is a mechanical design firm specializing in the development and fabrication of devices used in the restoration and repair of art objects, particularly wood panel paintings. With over thirty years of experience, their tensioners have been utilized by renowned conservators in prestigious museums across the United States and Europe, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Gallery in Washington DC, and the Museo del Prado in Madrid.
Working in collaboration with the Wood Panel Conservation Department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Design Development Associates' tensioners are designed to reduce and control movement in wood panel paintings caused by changes in humidity and temperature. These adjustable tensioners apply gentle and controlled tension to carefully selected points on the painting, effectively minimizing warpage and preserving the integrity of the artwork.
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