Detroit Institute of Arts

The Detroit institute of Arts (DIA) will improve the storage environment for more than 200 pieces in its European furniture collection, making them accessible for the first time in nearly ten years. Dating to the 14th through 18th centuries, the collection includes the works of makers such as Piffetti, Riesener, Carlin, Majorelle, Bugatti, and Mackintosh. A renovated storage area with new nonreactive shelving and Mylar roller shades will provide visibility and a dust-free environment. New cabinets will maximize available storage space, increase monitoring capabilities, and provide for safe access. Information about the pieces and digital images will be linked to the collections database, and images posted on the DIA website will promote scholarship and future sharing of collections through loans and exhibitions.