I have been asked to remove a collection of photographs from their mats in order to scan them and to replace old acidic matboard and backing with archival materials. I find that the photos have been adhered to the backs of the mats with adhesive transfer tape, and can't be removed mechanically without tearing them. Does anyone have a recommendation for a method to dissolve or at least soften this stuff so I can remove the photos safely? They are standard black and white photographs.

Many thanks, and apologies for egregious cross-posting.

Anne
ANNE T LANE, COLLECTIONS MANAGER
THE CHARLOTTE MUSEUM OF HISTORY
WHERE HISTORY HAS A HOME
3500 Shamrock Drive
Charlotte NC 28215
tel 704-568-1774, ext 110
fax 704-566-1817
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