Drawing stuck to glass

Karen Potje <kpotje [at] cca__qc__ca> writes

>Our Conservation Department has been asked to treat a large drawing
>(25 3/4 x 38 1/2 inches) from our collection which which is stuck to
>glass.

I have detached several paintings, adhered either by paint or
varnish to glass, by means of dry ice. Simply rub the ice on the
affected area(s), taking care to protect one's hands. A dry ice
supplier should be willing to donate the small amount needed. (I
bring donuts!)

Sandy Easterbrook
Easterbrook Conservation Services
Saskatoon, Sk.


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                  Conservation DistList Instance 15:39
                Distributed: Tuesday, November 27, 2001
                       Message Id: cdl-15-39-002
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