Twisted paper support

I am interested in information about an open weave support.  The
painting depicts a colonial gentleman.  The warp/weft are actually
strands of twisted paper.  The painting surface does not push
through the weave.  Was wet paper applied to create this surface?  I
would appreciate any information on this type of support, especially
where and when it was used.

Jean M. West
Pre-program Intern
ConservArt LLC
72 Cayuga Street
Williamsville, NY  14221 USA
716-626-0614


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