This particular piece required careful conservation because the paper, due to its age, had become extremely brittle. It was breaking down with even the slightest handling and was covered with numerous tears and fractures, with small losses in some areas. A key part of the treatment was stabilizing the weakened sheet and repairing the damaged areas while keeping it visually coherent. It was also necessary to adjust the paper’s pH to reduce acidity and improve its long-term stability. Papier d’Arménie (Armenian Paper) is one of the oldest ways of scenting a home. Made from a paper-based paste containing benzoin resin, frankincense, and myrrh, it can be used either as incense paper (briefly burned to perfume a room) or simply placed in a drawer or wardrobe for a subtle fragrance — and it’s still available today.