Archival Framing
Archival Framing
Embroideries & Samplers
Mounting & Hanging Systems
Archival Framing
Archival framing is the best means to protect your artifact and family heirloom, by surrounding it with inherently acid-free materials. Either the current frame or a new one is chosen from the selection at the studio of Spicer Art Conservation, LLC. The frame is sealed to prevent any dirt and dust to enter. Each mount is custom made and is always adapted to best fit the needs for the artifact and owner.
The use of archival materials is critical for the long-term preservation of the artifact.
Embroideries and Samplers
All attempt to save original materials are made in the
final framing package. Frequently samplers and embroideries
obtain their original mounting materials. Stabilizing
treatments are custom designed around keeping as much of
their these materials and attachments. The embroidery below
was still attached to its strainer. An internal padded
support was created to give the work overall support. More
on mounting samplers and embroidery work can be found by
clicking here.
Mounting & Hanging Systems
1. Velcro Mounting - Large and sturdy textiles, like
quilts, coverlets, tapestries, and rugs can be displayed
with the use of a Velcro system. The soft-side of the
Velcro is prepared and hand stitched to the artifact. A
thin-profile aluminum slat with the hook-side of the Velcro
is attached to the wall.
2. Small & Thin-profile Mounts - Custom mounts are made
for small-framed textiles, like needlework and
embroideries. Maximum effort is used to retain all original
materials, such as glass and wooden backing boards, within
the framing. Isolating layers are incorporated to insure
that archival materials only surround the artifacts. You
can read more by clicking here.
3. Solid Supports for Large Artifacts - For very large
textiles like Flags and Quilts a lightweight and non-torque
material is necessary. Such a mount is constructed from
aluminum honeycomb. The materials used in its construction
do not release harmful pollutants and are buffered against
acid migration. The surface of the mount is prepared with
needle-punched batting and display fabric. The mount can be
covered with ultra-violet light filtered Plexiglas secured
with a powdered-coated metal frame in order to give the
best overall protection.
A three-dimensional mount was
created for this very large National flag.
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