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Thanks for the help!
Stacy Reaves
Sand Springs Museum
-----Original Message-----
From: David Harvey [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2005 4:24 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: Plaster care
Stacy,
It is impossible to say what may be causing the deterioration of the
paint with examining the objects. If could be the result of
enviornmental factors, the use of a paint with a low-binder, excessive
light exposure, excessive handling, or a deteriorating plaster
substrate.
Because problems with paint and deteriorating plaster can be complex,
and far beyond the scope of what a collector or even curator is trained
to deal with, it is best to recommend that handling of the plaster
objects be kept to a minimum and that they consult with a qualified
objects conservator with experience in the issues and treatment of
painted plaster.
They can be directed to the AIC (American Institute for Conservation)
that offer a free guide to services that will produce a list of objects
conservators in their region. The AIC can be contacted at either their
web site or by phone:
http://aic.stanford.edu
202-452-9545
They can also contact a nearby museum who may keep a referal list of
conservators in thier region as well.
Cheers!
Dave
David Harvey
Conservator
Los Angeles, California USA
-----Original Message-----
From: Stacy Reaves <[log in to unmask]>
To: [log in to unmask]
Sent: Thu, 11 Aug 2005 14:18:56 -0500
Subject: Plaster care
Hello
I have a patron with some plaster busts made in the early 1900s. They
are beginning to chip and the paint is beginning to crumble when
touched and/or handled. Any suggestions on how to best preserve these
busts and what to do to help keep them from further deterioration. Thanks
Stacy Reaves, Ph.D
Director/Curator
Sand Springs Historical and Cultural Museum
6 East Broadway
Sand Springs, OK. 74063
918-246-2509
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