Month: September 2017
Brittle canvas with Bad repairs and backing (part 1)
This pair of oil on canvas paintings has brittle canvas that had been repaired in a rush. Lets look into the problems they had, in the following pictures: These torn canvases were repaired with patches of canvas from back, which were in turn stuck to a wooden board backing. At one place in one of the two canvases, a very rough stitching attempt has been … Continue reading Brittle canvas with Bad repairs and backing (part 1)
Planning the next learning activity
We, at Heritage Preservation Atelier invite all those who are interested in learning more about Paper conservation to meet and plan our next practical workshop on paper conservation along with theoretic lessons. Here is what we propose as an initiative. You are all welcome to add/advise/suggest further. Duration : 2 days (Dates in the month of October and November can be suggested in comments.) Theoretical … Continue reading Planning the next learning activity