Describes the traditional conservation methods involved in mounting a silk or paper painting, a necessary step for the twin purposes of display and storage. Upper and lower rods keep the scroll flat. Borders, made of rich brocades since the 13th century in contrast to simpler cloth used in previous times, enhance the aesthetic value of the painting. A wavy, natural looking surface is appreciated. Precious objects are normally kept in storage; display is rare and brief. Storage has evolved into a significant art form. Rolled up paintings are kept in nests of boxes, often with accompanying sets of soft cloth or leather within each box. The paintings are spared exposure to light, dust, changes of temperature, and humidity. The elaborate ritual of display also enhances the aesthetic appreciation of the works and communicates a reverence for the past.