16750
Accession Number
27670
Author
Hawks, Catharine A.;Barkley, Linda J.;Williams, Stephen L.
Editor
Rose, Carolyn L.;de Torres, Amparo R.
Author Affiliation
;Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County;Museum of Texas Tech University. Natural Science Research Laboratory
Title Of Article Chaper
Hangers for Fur Storage of Tanned Skins
Title Of Journal Book
Storage of Natural History Collections: Ideas and Practical Solutions
Pages
45-47
Collation
3 p. : ill.
Reference Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references
Publisher
Society for the Preservation of Natural History Collections
Publisher City
Pittsburgh
ISBN
0-9635476-0-7
Language Of Text
English
Literature Type
Monograph
Literature Level
Analytic
Abstract
This storage method is a hanger designed to allow tanned mammal skins to be supported when hung on storage racks. This system places less stress on the specimens than the commonly used method of suspending them on cords through openings in the skins. The design also facilitates access to the specimens. It is intended for use in situations where cabinet storage of the skins is impractical due to the size or the number of skins, and where a metal framework is available to hold the hangers.
Keywords
hanger;fur;storage;tan;skin
pub_id
16750