Why don't we put art forgers in front of casework, call Matthew Leininger at
405/278-8214... I have a nutcase I'd like to discuss with you all... if your
institution has works gifted by Mark Landis honor of Lt. Cmdr. Arthur
Landis, Jr..... this donor is suspicious,,,,,,,,,,
On 8/12/08, Larry List <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>
> Why, exactly do you need your cases to be "bulletproof?" What kind of
> assault is going to be made on these display cases? In my experience Lexan
> is more rubbery and absorbs impact well - hence it's good for storm windows
> - but it is not as optically clear. Scratches cannot be polished out or
> buffed out of Lexan nearly as well. Moreover, not being able to glue it is a
> big negative. The ease of fabrication with plexi is one of its biggest
> assets.
>
> Larry List
> Independent Curator
> 303 park Avenue South
> New York, New York
>
> Ava Wilkey wrote:
>
> Hello Listers, I hope everyone is well on this Tuesday afternoon J. I
> have a question about acrylic case fronts and bonnets for cases. I'm
> working with an exhibit designer who insists on installing Lexan on a case
> front. I believe it was explained to me that it was "bullet proof." From
> my experience, it scratches easier than other types of acrylic. What is the
> best material to use? What is the most scratch resistant and durable? Is
> Lexan safe in an artifact environment? Any words of advice would be greatly
> appreciated!
>
>
>
> Thank you,
>
> Ava R. Wilkey
>
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