Preservation · 6 min

Caring for paper: miniatures and calligraphy

Editorial team · updated 2026-09-29

Framing

Use acid-free mounts and UV-filtering glazing. The work should not touch the glass.

Light and humidity

Pigments and paper fade and yellow. Hang away from windows and bathrooms.

Storage

Store flat in acid-free folders. Handle with clean, dry hands at the edges.

Related photographs

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Christies.com · Public domain · Image source ↗
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Christies.com · Public domain · Image source ↗
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Abdorrahim Afsar Esfahani · Public domain · Image source ↗

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