That’s a fascinating cross‑over. If we think of a canvas as a palimpsest, each layer has a purpose: the ground, the under‑painting, the glaze, then the varnish. Wearables could mimic that: a robust base, a conductive skin that can be refreshed, and a protective coating that slows oxidation. The trick is balancing the durability of each layer without choking the device’s flexibility. It’s the same problem we solve in conservation, just with more Wi‑Fi and less dust.