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Second and third harmonic generation measurements of glues used for lining textile supports of painted artworks

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In this study, we present the implementation of non-linear spot measurements for obtaining specific and novel information related to various types of natural and synthetic glues used for lining of painted artworks. Third harmonic generation measurements were employed, in transmission mode, for the accurate and non-destructive thickness detection of lining glues. Furthermore, second harmonic generation signals were collected, in reflection mode, providing complementary information for the discrimination between different types of lining glues.

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This work was supported by the UV Laser Facility operating at IESL-FORTH under the European Commission “Improving Human Research Potential” program (RII3-CT-2003-506350) and by the Marie Curie Transfer of Knowledge project “NOLIMBA” (MTKD-CT-2005-029194).

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    G. Filippidis, K. Melessanaki & C. Fotakis

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Filippidis, G., Melessanaki, K. & Fotakis, C. Second and third harmonic generation measurements of glues used for lining textile supports of painted artworks. Anal Bioanal Chem 395, 2161–2166 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00216-009-3060-x

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