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Is it okay to sell the Monet? : the age of deaccessioning in museums / edited by Julia Courtney.

Is it okay to sell the Monet? : the age of deaccessioning in museums / edited by Julia Courtney.
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ISBN 9781442270831 (Electronic)
Title Is it okay to sell the Monet? : the age of deaccessioning in museums / edited by Julia Courtney.
Publisher and/or associated date/s Lanham : Rowman & Littlefield, [2018]
Description 1 online resource.
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents The context of the debate -- The mechanics of disposal -- The use of proceeds -- Case studies.
Summary Museums have moved beyond exclusively collections-based missions, and the economics of museums have tightened considerably. As a result, the tenor of the discussion around the practice of deaccessioning and use of its proceeds has become livelier, if not strident. While the professional associations continue to expect adherence to their standards, Boards of Trustees are looking at museum collections as assets that can potentially be monetized to support the museum's mission or ensure its survival. As museum professionals and trustees engage in these discussions and make critical decisions for their institutions, they will benefit from a deeper understanding of the complex and nuanced aspects of deaccessioning, which this book presents. Is It Okay to Sell the Monet? provides background on deaccessioning and disposal of deaccessioned objects and a context for changes in the field brought about by expanding missions and contracting resources. It includes an important discussion on how museums might utilize collections in new ways that benefit their visitors and communities. It provides practical guidance on the process of disposing of objects and explores the ethical standards of professional museum associations-examining their history, relevancy, and practical effect. It also delves into the complicated legal issues that sometimes challenge these ethical rules. Finally, it analyzes high profile museum case studies with important takeaways that will be useful for museums faced with similar circumstances.
Subjects Museums -- Deaccessioning
Museums -- Collection management
Other Authors &/or Associated Persons Courtney, Julia Hollett (editor)
Call number Electronic book - Ebsco
Internet Site Access to full text via EBSCOhost (one user at a time)
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