Unprecedented study of Picasso's bronzes uncovers new details

Scientists have completed the first major material survey and study of the Musee national Picasso-Paris' Pablo Picasso bronzes using portable instruments. They used the instruments and a database of alloy 'fingerprints' to non-invasively analyze a group of 39 bronzes and 11 painted sheet metal sculptures, revealing new details about the modern master's art. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/02/180217113648.htm