Should I Buy That?- A Conservator's Perspective on Purchasing Works on Paper
Jamye Jamison, Paper Conservator
Jamye Jamison, Paper Conservator
Thursday, October 24, 2013 12:00 - 1:30PM
Cost: FREE!
Cost: FREE!
Works
on paper are often matted and framed, obscuring the edges and making
the object itself somewhat inaccessible. This means it is even more
important for the buyer to thoroughly investigate an object they are
considering for purchase. What are your rights as a buyer when trying to
gather more information? What are your options for assessing an object
when you are purchasing from a remote seller? How might the information
you gather affect your decision to purchase a print or drawing? What
types of damage can you reasonably expect a conservator to be able to
fix? This talk will answer the above questions with case studies and
treatment examples along with advice on how to protect your collection.
An open Q&A will follow.
