Review of recent advances on the use of mass spectrometry techniques for the study of organic materials in painted artworks

Tools to enable the study and translation of supramolecular amphiphiles

“…The continued development of mass spectrometry (MS) methodologies and equipment has resulted in the development of high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) which can determine the difference in mass of two compounds by as little as ±0.0001 Da. 49 Examples of HRMS methodologies include, time of flight (ToF) MS, orbitrap MS and Fourier-transform ion cyclotron resonance (FT-ICR) MS. 50…”

“…The continued development of mass spectrometry (MS) methodologies and equipment has resulted in the development of high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) which can determine the difference in mass of two compounds by as little as AE0.0001 Da. 49 Examples of HRMS methodologies include, time of flight (ToF) MS, orbitrap MS and Fourier-transform ion cyclotron resonance (FT-ICR) MS. 50 There are multiple examples for the use of MS (sometimes used in combination with ion mobility spectrometry) for characterisation of supramolecular assemblies and amphiphiles throughout literature. [51][52][53][54] The most common use of this technique within the field of chemistry is the determination of the m/z for a single molecule.…”

Egg vs. Oil in the Cookbook of Plasters: Differentiation of Lipid Binders in Wall Paintings Using Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry and Principal Component Analysis

“…It is important to ensure that conservation measures preserve the historical and artistic value of the paintings. Further, research has explored painting techniques to aid in the authentication and attribution of artworks [1,2]. In recent years, there has been a significant scientific effort to develop innovative and non-invasive analytical methods for studying wall paintings.…”

“…In recent years, there has been a significant scientific effort to develop innovative and non-invasive analytical methods for studying wall paintings. Since these paintings are often located in remote or challenging locations, portable techniques are preferred [2][3][4][5]. Optical methods such as spectroscopy and microscopy (e.g., UV-induced fluorescence photography, XRF imaging, and Raman spectroscopy) are usually used, as they enable detailed examination without direct contact [6][7][8].…”

“…However, non-invasive methods may not always be sufficient. Micro-invasive and micro-destructive approaches can provide more comprehensive analysis while minimising the impact on the artwork during sample collection [2].…”