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