Bücher im Wasserbad - Die Restaurierungswerkstatt der SUB

From the series "Looking Over the Shoulder" Produced by Sascha Bubner for the exhibition "Things of Knowledge," Göttingen 2012 Books age, too. Bindings wear down, hands leave marks on parchment and paper, and improper storage leads to moisture damage or even insect infestation. Renate van Issem and her team are dedicated to the care and restoration of the treasures of the Lower Saxony State and University Library. Take a look inside their workshop, where books are sometimes completely restored using modern and historical techniques.