It is an honor to perform the work of a conservator: preserving history and cultural heritage. The objects that cross my path all bear their own characteristics and personality. The marks of the people who made them as well…
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Iron gall ink corrosion can cause serious damage to historic documents. We have Pliny the Elder to thank for the ink recipe that originated in Greece. Iron gall ink was commonly created by adding iron ore and oak galls…
A Charles Hamilton Smith engraved illustrated print prior to washing and stain reduction. The same work of art on paper after treatment, which involved washing, deacidification and treatment with stain reducing agents. Do you own a work of art…