Reverse painting on glass

Gina D. Lay <glay<-a t->lee< . >1stnet< . >com> writes

>This is a reverse painting directly on glass that has
>begun to flake. Have not opened back of frame for fear of the many
>flakes that will fall out.  Restoration is probably not an option
>due to expense, but would like information from conservators who
>have experience in stopping deterioration and preventing future
>damage.

I had a reverse-painted glass with scratched paint, and I toned a
backboard, rather than inpainting. It looks surprisingly OK.

Mark Clarke
London
+44 941 101 251

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