37290
Accession Number
2891
Author
Berger, Gustav A.
Title Of Article Chaper
Consolidation of delaminating paintings
Title Of Journal Book
ICOM Committee for Conservation. 5th Triennial Meeting, Zagreb, 1 - 8 Oct. 1978. Preprints
Pages
19
Publisher
International Council of Museums
Publisher City
Paris
Language Of Text
English
Literature Type
Monograph
Literature Level
Analytic
Meeting
Icom committee for conservation triennial meeting. 5.
Meeting City
Zagreb
Abstract
The treatment of delaminations requires three operations: penetration of the consolidating adhesive between the delaminating layers; Release of tensions within them; and reattachment of the paint to its previous support. Consolidation of two delaminating paintings, one of them severely damaged by fire is described in detail. The consolidating adhesive was Beva 371. Low viscosity and good wetting properties make beva well suited for the treatment of delaminations. Beva's chemical stability and strength assure effective, long lasting bonds. Its softness and elasticity prevent damage caused to the painting by other strong adhesives.
Keywords
Painting, conservation restoration; Painting, fixative consolidation -- ICCROM
pub_id
37290
Meeting Date
19781001-19781008