Throughout history, authors and artists have pondered the preservation of their works. Light and climate are among the most significant factors in the deterioration of graphic art collections. These concerns were not lost on Henri Matisse, who wrote to Pierre Bérès in June 1954 about the gouache La Perruche: “While gouache does not have the fragility of watercolor, it is nonetheless, as you know, not like ceramic, which is impervious to excessive light.”

While it is indisputable that nothing can replace the original and its aura, it is sometimes necessary to protect the original in order to ensure its long-term preservation and transmission to future generations.

Composed of professionals specializing in material conservation, L’Atelier du Lys advises and supports its clients in their heritage conservation and enhancement projects.

Consulting, digitization, high-quality pigment inkjet printing, and the creation of custom-made facsimiles are among the skills developed by our team to provide tailored solutions for your project.

L’Atelier du Lys works with numerous public and private heritage institutions (libraries, museums, archives, foundations), as well as luxury houses, galleries, architecture and interior design agencies, and private collectors.