Paper conservation methods: An international survey

Alexopoulou, Irene; Zervos, Spiros

doi:10.1016/j.culher.2016.04.001

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“…Our primary concern was to a large extent the stabilization and protection of the piece and, only secondly, re-establishing its aesthetic coherence. Based on the restrictions posed by the artist, paper conservation literature and relevant study case were extensively reviewed [10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21] . The survey of globe and papier-mâché literature provided treatment options for the restoration of dents.…”

Section: Conservation Conceptmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…For the strengthening of aged paper, different materials are available. Natural polymers, such as wheat starch and cellulose ethers or synthetic polymers based on polyvinyl acetate (PVAc) are especially useful [10][11]18 . Alternatively, a widely used conservation method consists in laminating paper with a stronger material, to strengthen the object [13][14] .…”

Section: Conservation Conceptmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Alternatively, a widely used conservation method consists in laminating paper with a stronger material, to strengthen the object [13][14] . The material most used is Japanese paper due to its low basal weight and long f ibers [10][11][13][14]19 . Despite the extended range of possible materials and methods, reinforcement of deteriorated papers on a large scale has proved to be problematic 16 .…”

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confidence: 99%

“…However, since the mechanical behavior of CNC and CNF were not completely known it was not considered safe to use the nanocellulose particles for this restoration treatment. The research was consequently focused on traditional paper lamination methods [10][11][13][14] . Three different Kozo Japanese paper namely, RK 00 (3,6 g/m 2 ), RK 0 (5 g/m 2 ) and RK 2 (8 g/m 2 ) were evaluated.…”

Section: Mechanical Properties Of the Reinforced Newspaper Samplesmentioning

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This paper focuses on the complex conservation of the multi-material sculpture Love Me (1998) made by the British artist Sarah Lucas. Due to a severe dent, the artwork's stability was compromised and the work cannot be safely exhibited anymore. The goal of this experimental study was to develop a treatment methodology to ease out the dent and find a consolidant able to secure the area from further damages. A novel traction system, borrowed from medical limb-lengthening surgery, was developed and several type of tie rods and protecting layers were tested. Moreover, innovative materials based on nanocellulose particles were evaluated as strengthening agents for the papier-mâché layers and compared to traditional strengthening products. Due to the lack of information obtained from the experimentation, the use of nanocellulose particles was not considered safe for the treatment which was done using more traditional materials, namely wheat starch and Kozo Japanese paper. Nevertheless, the results of the preliminary trials laid the foundation for the use of these products for conservation purpose.

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Section: Conservation Conceptmentioning

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“…A large amount of research on the degradation process of cellulose and deacidification systems has been conducted since the 1930 s [18][19][20][21][22][23]. Deacidifying agents have included aqueous solutions of bicarbonates or hydroxides (often calcium hydroxide, magnesium bicarbonate and calcium bicarbonate), gaseous treatments based on diethyl zinc, and commercial products that are often solvent-based, such as Wei t'O, CSC Book Saver, Papersave or Bookkeeper, which contain particles such as magnesium oxide, magnesium hydroxide and others [23][24][25].…”

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Novel nanomaterials to stabilise the canvas support of paintings assessed from a conservator’s point of view

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During conservation treatment, consolidants and deacidifying agents can be added to the canvas of a painting to mechanically stabilise it and counteract the acidity that promotes degradation. In this study, new stabilising consolidants and deacidifying agents based on different nanoparticles (silica, calcium carbonate, magnesium oxide, cellulose nanofibrils and cellulose nanocrystals) were tested in comparison to traditionally used products. These products were applied onto different types of canvasses, and colour, gloss and pH changes were analysed. Conservators' subjective perceptions on the ease of application and the final visual results of the products were also assessed. Specifically, conservators were asked to examine the drying time and the ease of use of the products, as well as any changes in stiffness, darkening or whitening caused by the products on the canvasses. The best products were the ones based on calcium carbonate, magnesium oxide and cellulose nanocrystals. Cellulose nanofibrils are also promising consolidants because they are highly compatible with the chemical nature of painting canvasses.

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Paper conservation with an aqueous NaOH/urea cellulose solution

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Shen

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Paper conservation methods: An international survey

Cited by 35 publications

References 6 publications

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Novel nanomaterials to stabilise the canvas support of paintings assessed from a conservator’s point of view

Paper conservation with an aqueous NaOH/urea cellulose solution

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