Conservation & Restoration

The techniques and materials we use are designed to preserve and protect your artwork. We often see artwork that has been improperly framed with acidic materials or inappropriate adhesives which cause damage especially to artworks on paper. For over a decade, we have worked with one of the foremost paper conservators in New York. We offer evaluations and estimates on paper conservation at no cost to our clients, and if you choose to proceed with conservation work you can be assured it is performed by experienced and exceptional conservators.

We also offer in-house restoration of antique frames, and can provide you with restoration estimates for ceramics and glass.

Signs of artworks on paper in need of conservation:

Foxing

This refers to small spots (often brown in color) across the surface of the artwork and is a result of acidic build-up.

Stains

Often, an acidic mat will leave a dark brown stain where it came in contact with the artwork. Acidic backing boards can cause staining as well.

Deteriorated Adhesives

In appropriate adhesives and tapes can cause severe damage, as they contain active chemistry which continues to deteriorate paper. These adhesives often harden and become brittle, turning orange/brown in color, and causing the artwork to do the same.