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Re: Classification of watercolors
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"Rjedkin Lee, Natalie" <[log in to unmask]>
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Good Morning,

We classify them as paintings.  The unframed works are stored in flat files alongside various drawings, prints, and mixed media.  The framed works are hung with other framed pieces.

Natalie

Natalie Rjedkin Lee
Registrar
National Air and Space Museum
Smithsonian Institution
Independence Avenue at Sixth Street, S.W.
MRC 310 PO Box 37012
Washington, DC 20013-7012

Tel:          202.633.2384
UHC:       703.572.4282
Fax:        202.786.2113

From: The Museum System (TMS) Users <[log in to unmask]> On Behalf Of Fidler, Evelyn (KL)
Sent: Wednesday, July 24, 2019 6:52 AM
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Subject: Re: Classification of watercolors

We store and preserve them with the drawings and charcoals but I would classify the medium as paint. Evelyn

From: The Museum System (TMS) Users [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Julie Hoogland
Sent: Tuesday, July 23, 2019 7:02 PM
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Subject: Classification of watercolors


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Hello,
I've had this problem at other institutions in the past and wanted to know what other museums are doing. Is a watercolor classified as a drawing or a painting? In the AAT the term watercolor is called paint. However, I know there is a long history of watercolors being considered drawings or preliminary sketches. Additionally, I know that with multiple classifications in TMS, they could be listed as both, but the curators think that would be confusing. Any input is appreciated.
Thanks!

Julie Hoogland
Collections Manager
(760) 322-4810

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101 Museum Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92263

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