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\r\n Foundational Texts on Restoration \u2013 Principles Guiding Our Work <\/h1>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]
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\n Key Texts <\/h2>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”7\/12″ el_class=”container-padding”][vc_column_text css=””]Our certified restorer (Univ.) and cabinetmaker, Philipp Westebbe, is a member of the Association of Restorers (VDR). He and the entire team at the Central Restoration Workshop Berlin are committed to the highest scientific and professional ethical standards of the restoration profession. As wood and furniture conservators, however, our primary personal commitment is to the preservation of historical cultural heritage. Whether it\u2019s a medieval wooden altar or a rustic milking stool\u2014at the ZRW Berlin, we conscientiously follow the standards for our work. Fundamental texts on restoration define these guidelines, which are binding for us.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row enable_gray_background_for_row=”yes”][vc_column]
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\n Fundamental Texts on Restoration <\/h2>\n <\/div>\n
\n Binding ethical principles governing the treatment of our cultural heritage form the basis for all restoration activities and for every professional restoration carried out in accordance with scientific standards. These principles are set forth in policy documents, charters, guidelines, and various agreements at the national and international levels. These policy documents and foundational texts on restoration outline the fundamental <\/p>\n