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by Nancy Georgy 16 years ago

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Edgar Collins

Edgar Collins, an art enthusiast and MIT alumnus, has made significant contributions to the art world. He travels frequently with his wife, Libby, and has a keen interest in examining elements used in paintings.

Edgar Collins

Studying Art

Paintings by Paul Cezanne, unsigned ones

ways of testing

Dr Simpkins used UV
Dr Anderson used IR
Dr Montoya used XRF
Dr Pruschy used Ultraviolet spectrum

Edgar Collins

Achievments
examined elements used in paintings
found undiscovered art, some not signed
Discovered in 1992 a new Van Gogh painting
donate artwork to public museums
Background
Travel frequently with wife
wife name is Libby
dropped out of school in 1988
Joined MIT