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Marianne serves as the Director and Senior Conservator of Kelsey Conservation. Kelsey specializes in treating works of art on paper and historical documents. She began her career in conservation in the early 2000’s, and has worked in a variety of conservation labs including the State Historical Society of Iowa’s Conservation Lab, as well as Etherington […]
We recently had the privilege to provide conservation treatment for the will and estate documents of Thomas and Anna Clemson. Clemson University was founded by Thomas Clemson in 1888, when he bequeathed three-fourths of the Fort Hill Plantation and $80,000 in other assets to the state of South Carolina for the purpose of founding a […]
Focus Keywords: William Hart, Conservation Treatment, Paintings, Hudson River School We recently completed conservation treatment of a collection of paintings by William Hart. William Hart was a prominent 19th-century American landscape painter associated with the Hudson River School, a group of artists known for their romantic and naturalistic depictions of the American wilderness. The collection […]
Introduction How to Repair a Torn DocumentStep 1: Assess the Damage Step 2: Gather the Necessary Tools Step 3: Clean the Document Step 4: Repair the Tear Step 5: Flatten the Document Best Document Repair Services Introduction Documents are a crucial aspect of our lives, from personal documents like certificates and photographs to professional documents […]
Genealogy archives are a great way to explore your family history and uncover the cultures & stories of your ancestors. With the help of genealogical archives, you can create a family tree, trace your lineage, and discover new information about your relatives. Whether you are looking to research an ancestor’s life or just curious about […]
What are Important Family Documents and Why Do We Need to Preserve Them? Important family documents are collections of papers, records, and other materials that are essential to the family’s financial and legal well-being. These documents include birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, wills, deeds and indentures, insurance policies, bank statements and more. Protecting these […]
How Do You Clean Stained Artwork? keywords: cleaning stained art, yellowed artwork, stains, discoloration, works of art on paper, conservation treatment) Cleaning stained and yellowed works of art on paper involves many delicate conservation treatment processes that require testing, care and attention to detail. The first crucial step in cleaning any work of art on […]
What is the Best Way to Store & Handle Vellum & Parchment Documents? keywords: vellum document storage, parchment document handling, care of historical artifacts, preservation, fading) Vellum and parchment documents are important historical artifacts that require special care and preservation to ensure their longevity. These materials, which are made from animal hides, are delicate and […]
How Do You Preserve Blueprints? Blueprints, otherwise known as cyanotypes, can pose specialized concerns and challenges when it comes to handling and storage. Many times, due to the processes and materials used to create them, blueprints can become acidic and brittle. The method of creating blueprints was invented in 1842. This method became a popular […]
What is Foxing? What Causes It? The sources of stains on paper can vary widely. Today, I will focus on foxing specifically. Does your document or work of art on paper have small, ovular stains or spots? These discolorations are commonly referred to as foxing. The source of these blemishes has been researched since the […]