Conservation Scientist and Heritage Restorer with 15 years of field experience in preserving frescoes, stone monuments, and prehistoric sites. Expert in chemical cleaning methodologies and climate control for endangered heritage.
Marcus Thorne is a hands-on conservation specialist who operates at the intersection of chemistry, geology, and art. With a Master’s degree in Conservation Science, he has worked on high-profile projects ranging from stabilizing Paleolithic cave pigments in the Dordogne to cleaning soot from Gothic cathedral facades using laser technology. His writing focuses on the technical and ethical challenges of saving history, explaining the microscopic battles against mold, humidity, and time. Marcus addresses the "invisible" side of art—the structural integrity and material science that keeps masterpieces from crumbling. He provides authoritative advice on the delicate balance between restoration and ruin.