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About the The Conservator format

The Conservator is a peer-reviewed journal published by Taylor & Francis, covering Conservation Techniques and Studies, Cultural Heritage Materials Analysis, Cultural Heritage Management and Preservation.

PublisherTaylor & Francis
Reference styleAuthor–year (Chicago, T&F)
Author–year — (Smith, 2023) in the text
Smith, Ada, Ben Jones, and Cara Lee. 2023. "A Representative Article Title." The Conservator 12 (3): 45–58.

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Publishes research inConservation Techniques and Studies Cultural Heritage Materials Analysis Cultural Heritage Management and Preservation Building materials and conservation Diverse Scientific and Economic Studies
ISSN0140-0096
h-index21
i10-index53
Total citations1,733
Top institutions publishing hereBritish Museum
Journal websitewww.tandfonline.com
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Papers published in The Conservator per year

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14
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Citation impact of The Conservator by publication year

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67
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75
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Citations each year’s papers have accumulated so far — the most recent years are still building up.

Most-cited papers in The Conservator

A review of synthetic binding media in twentieth‐century paints

Tom Learner · 1 Jan 2000

Abstract Numerous synthetic resins have been developed for use as binding media in twentieth‐century paint. These synthetic paints, including those intended for household or industrial markets as well as those designed specifically for artists’ use, have been widely used on works of art. However, most painting conservators are still relatively unfamiliar with the types of…

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Later nineteenth century pigments: Evidence for additions and substitutions

Joyce H. Townsend, Leslie Carlyle, Narayan Khandekar et al. · 1 Sep 1995

Abstract Documentary research into English artists’ manuals of 1800–1900 has been carried out to shed light on available materials and recommended practices for painting in the nineteenth century. Knowledge of typical practices and the use of new materials is as important as knowledge of their first date of availability. Adulteration of colours and substitution of…

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The Conservator template — frequently asked questions

How do I write a paper in the The Conservator format?
In DocuGuru you write your manuscript in a normal editor — no LaTeX setup required — and select the The Conservator template. When you export, DocuGuru compiles the paper into the official Taylor & Francis format and hands you a submission-ready PDF along with the editable LaTeX source.
What reference style does The Conservator use?
The Conservator uses Author–year (Chicago, T&F) references, shown as author–year markers such as (Smith, 2023) in the text. DocuGuru formats every in-text citation and the reference list in this exact style automatically. A reference appears like this: Smith, Ada, Ben Jones, and Cara Lee. 2023. "A Representative Article Title." The Conservator 12 (3): 45–58.
Do I need to know LaTeX to submit to The Conservator?
No. DocuGuru generates the interact LaTeX class and compiles the PDF for you in the background, so you get a Taylor & Francis-ready The Conservator document without writing any LaTeX. If you do want it, the LaTeX source is included in the export.
Can I import an existing draft into the The Conservator template?
Yes. Paste or upload your current manuscript — Word, LaTeX, Markdown, or plain text — and DocuGuru reflows it into the The Conservator format with correct headings, figures, tables, and author–year citations.
Who publishes The Conservator?
The Conservator is a multidisciplinary journal published by Taylor & Francis. DocuGuru's The Conservator template matches Taylor & Francis's official submission format.
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