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> Does anyone on museum-l have any information on the harmful effects (or
> lack of harmful effects) of electronic flash photography on paintings,
> manuscripts and paper works of art?
>

None whatsoever....
The worst effect is on the eyes of guards standing near famous
paintings that are being photographed all day long. That is the main
reason not to allow the use of flashlights in museums.

TC


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