Mark,
There is a similar
discussion regarding Glassine happening on the Registrars list-serv. Apparently, Glassine will absorb any acid
from surrounding materials and depending upon the storage conditions will stick
to the surface of paintings, negatives, photos etc. The recommended solution is to call a
conservator who might be able to freeze the Glassine off using an ice
technique. It is not something I would
recommend this person try on their own.
I hope this helps.
Cheers,
Cecelia
Cecelia Gibson
Registrar
National
Building Museum
401 F
Street NW
Washington,
DC 20001
(202)
272-2448, ext. 3103
(202)
272-2011, fax
From: pacinlist-bounces@pacin.org
[mailto:pacinlist-bounces@pacin.org] On Behalf Of Mark Starling
Sent: Wednesday, September 12, 2007 4:12 PM
To: pacinlist@pacin.org
Subject: GLASSINE PAPER
HI all,
I just received a call from an artist asking what we
use to remove glassine paper from and acrylic painting?
Apparently he had wrapped a series of paintings in
Glassine and the paper has now adhered to the surface. He says the pieces were
dry when wrapped but the surface is very glossy. The paint used was a
commercial art store brand of acrylic paint.
I told him we have never experienced that problem
however I would put it out to the list and see if anyone has encountered a
similar situation.
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