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1. Hosting of the Language of Bindings Thesaurus 2. Linen Scrim Survey 3. RE: Seeking papyrus for purchase 4. RE: Position announcement: Book & Paper Conservator, John Carter Brown Library and Brown University Library 5. RE: Seeking papyrus for purchase 6. RE: Seeking papyrus for purchase ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: Athanasios Velios Posted: Monday April 14, 2025 7:55 AM Subject: Hosting of the Language of Bindings Thesaurus Message: We are pleased to announce that the Library and University Collections of the University of Edinburgh is now hosting the Language of Bindings Thesaurus. The University has a strong tradition in the study of the history of the book and constitutes an excellent home for research around LoB. The new address for the thesaurus is: https://lob.is.ed.ac.uk/ <https://lob.is.ed.ac.uk/> Having secured the new home for the thesaurus we can now resume its development. In the foreseeable future we are aiming to publish several drawings of basic bookbinding types as well as begin to develop a hierarchy for partitive relationships across concepts. We will now also be able to publish the work that several translation groups have been undertaking. We are still seeking a host for the Linked Data version of the thesaurus. We welcome communication from organisations that are willing to host the Linked Data version of the thesaurus and are already maintaining a triple store. The existing URIs for the thesaurus will continue to be functional. Requests for the HTML version of the thesaurus concepts will be redirected to https://lob.is.ed.ac.uk/ <https://lob.is.ed.ac.uk/> while requests for the RDF versions will be redirected to the current address http://data.ligatus.org.uk/ <http://data.ligatus.org.uk/> . We would like to thank Christine Megowan for her continuous support of the thesaurus as well as Scott Renton from the Digital Library Development team at Edinburgh who made the transition possible for the thesaurus. (on behalf of the editorial board) ------------------------------ Dr Athanasios Velios Collections Data Manager, English Heritage ------------------------------ 2.From: Mika Takami Posted: Monday April 14, 2025 7:56 AM Subject: Linen Scrim Survey Message: I am posting this survey invitation below on behalf of our conservation intern. For any enquiries, please feel free to contact me. Linen Scrim Survey Dear all, My name is Caitlin Hartmann; I am currently undertaking a Tapestry Conservation internship with Historic Royal Palaces, UK. As part of my internship, I am researching the use of linen scrim as a support material for tapestry conservation. The aim of the project is to identify and update suppliers of linen for use as a tapestry support material. I have created a short survey to support this research, linked here, and would really value the input of individuals who have worked with tapestries in any capacity, both in the UK and internationally, to reflect a diverse range of practices. Our goal is for the findings to benefit the tapestry conservation community so I will be sharing a summary of the results with participants and overall findings with the wider textile conservation field. Link to survey: Linen Scrim Research Project Survey <https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2FPages%2FResponsePage.aspx%3Fid%3DO7C4hBYCgE6VPAZV0rEzISGAI1HqKWFCqP3NJd-WtpNUNkNPV1BGRkZIS0cwMDc0RkdKN1I2OE9KMi4u&data=05%7C02%7CMika.Takami%40hrp.org.uk%7Caff408c3d1b84a83fbba08dd78eff595%7C84b8b03b02164e80953c0655d2b13321%7C0%7C0%7C638799694220148400%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EhgVw0LMYXV2xEOmSW5%2BOgBQaC%2F4DBIv5xCOgkVy4kk%3D&reserved=0> The survey takes approximately 10 minutes to complete; I would be most grateful to hear from you, thank you! Caitlin Hartmann Tapestry Conservation Intern Historic Royal Palaces ------------------------------ Mika Takami ACR Treatment Conservation Manager Historic Royal Palaces, U.K. ------------------------------ 3.From: Rasha Shaheen Posted: Monday April 14, 2025 2:00 PM Subject: RE: Seeking papyrus for purchase Message: Hi Rendon, I'm Rasha Shaheen from Egypt. I have one sheet of Papyrus, if you want it i can send it to you by mail or I send it with any friend in DC. I'm working at National Archives NARA II at College Park. ------------------------------ Rasha Shaheen Senior Conservator Egyptian Museum Cairo, Egypt +201287966610 +201067258725 ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 04-12-2025 21:25 From: Niccolo Caldararo Subject: Seeking papyrus for purchase Dear Ms Rendon I have in my laboratory storage 2 sheets of papyrus purchased from the Cheops Papyrus Exhibition on Sphinx Street Nazlet el Saman Giza, in the 1980s. We were using it for a similar purpose as you deascribe at that time. There is about 2 sheets left 10" x 14in that I would be happy to send you no charge, if you can send me a Stamped, self-addressed envelope, to the Fairfax, Ca. address. Niccolo Sent from my iPhone Original Message: Sent: 4/11/2025 12:05:00 PM From: Monica Argumedo Rendon Subject: Seeking papyrus for purchase Dear community, Our lab is looking to consult some reliable sources that provide access to papyri for purchase. We are hosting an REU summer group of students and want to provide them with the opportunity to experiment with papyri. Many thanks, Monica ------------------------------ Monica Argumedo Rendon (she/her/ella) PhD Student Educe Lab | Dept. of Materials Science and Engineering University of Kentucky Lexington, KY ------------------------------ 4.From: Roger Williams Posted: Monday April 14, 2025 7:08 PM Subject: RE: Position announcement: Book & Paper Conservator, John Carter Brown Library and Brown University Library Message: Hi everyone, Due to the unique structure of this position, we will be hosting a short information session next Friday, April 25, at 2 PM ET. We will provide further details about how this position will work across the two libraries, our facilities, responsibilities, etc. Attendees can join and submit questions anonymously (only visible to the co-host and me). Joining the info session does not require any commitment to apply. Here is the webinar Zoom link: https://brown.zoom.us/j/94821390222 <https://brown.zoom.us/j/94821390222> ------------------------------ Roger Williams Head of Libraries Conservation Brown University Library Providence United States ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 04-08-2025 16:06 From: Roger Williams Subject: Position announcement: Book & Paper Conservator, John Carter Brown Library and Brown University Library The John Carter Brown Library (JCB) and Brown University Library are seeking applications for the position of Book & Paper Conservator. This joint position will help expand the conservation programs at both libraries, working with special collections at the JCB and John Hay Library. Applications may be submitted online on the Brown Career Site <https://brown.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/staff-careers-brown/job/John-Carter-Brown-Library/Book---Paper-Conservator_REQ200979> (REQ200979). This is a Grade 10 position; Brown University's Grade 10 salary range is $65,000 to $99,000 <https://hr.brown.edu/working-brown/compensation/salary-ranges>. Review of applications will begin at the end of April. Please feel free to contact me with questions! ([email protected] <[email protected]>) - Job DescriptionReporting to the Head of Libraries Conservation, the Book and Paper Conservator will play a central role in the conservation programs at the John Carter Brown Library (JCB) and Brown University Library (BUL). Conservation is integral to both libraries' teaching and research missions, helping to expand access to these world-class collections. The JCB/BUL conservation programs play a part in virtually all activities of the libraries, including exhibits, class and reading room use of collections, acquisitions, digitization, community outreach, and research. The ideal candidate will have a collaborative, creative, and inclusive approach to conservation work. The John Carter Brown Library, an independently administered and funded library located on the Brown campus, is home to one of the world's outstanding collections of printed books and maps related to the early Americas. The JCB's collection of more than 75,000 rare books, maps, and manuscripts encompasses more than two hundred languages and spans more than three centuries. The John Hay Library is home to Brown's special collections, including most of the University's rare books, manuscripts, and archives, and includes exhibit galleries and teaching spaces. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree and formal training in book conservation at the graduate level or equivalent combination of apprenticeship, advanced courses, internships, and experience. Minimum of three years of work in a preservation department within a library, archive, museum, or private practice. Excellence in performing complex conservation treatments on a broad range of library and archival materials, as demonstrated through a portfolio. Ability to communicate effectively about treatment options and decisions. Experience working collaboratively with varied groups within a complex organization. Knowledge of the history of book and papermaking, bookbinding techniques, and the history and manufacture of other library materials. Knowledge of and adherence to professional ethical practice in conservation. Working knowledge of chemistry as it applies to conservation and library materials. ------------------------------ Roger Williams Head of Libraries Conservation Brown University Library Providence United States ------------------------------ 5.From: Marieka Kaye Posted: Monday April 14, 2025 7:09 PM Subject: RE: Seeking papyrus for purchase Message: If modern papyrus is sufficient, these sheets are excellent: https://www.mulberrypaperandmore.com/search.aspx?searchterm=papyrus ------------------------------ Marieka Kaye Director, Preservation Services, Physical Collections University of Michigan Library Ann Arbor, MI 734-647-8461 [email protected] ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 04-11-2025 12:05 From: Monica Argumedo Rendon Subject: Seeking papyrus for purchase Dear community, Our lab is looking to consult some reliable sources that provide access to papyri for purchase. We are hosting an REU summer group of students and want to provide them with the opportunity to experiment with papyri. Many thanks, Monica ------------------------------ Monica Argumedo Rendon (she/her/ella) PhD Student Educe Lab | Dept. of Materials Science and Engineering University of Kentucky Lexington, KY ------------------------------ 6.From: Melina Avery Posted: Monday April 14, 2025 7:09 PM Subject: RE: Seeking papyrus for purchase Message: We have purchased sheets of papyrus from Roemer Shop, mostly for making historical models: https://www.der-roemer-shop.de/Egyptian-papyrus-nib-quill-pen It's not that expensive! A 21x16 cm natural edge sheet is 1,30 Euros. There's a minimum order of 15 Euros and of course you pay shipping from Germany. ------------------------------ Melina Avery Senior Conservator University of Chicago Library Chicago United States ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 04-12-2025 21:25 From: Niccolo Caldararo Subject: Seeking papyrus for purchase Dear Ms Rendon I have in my laboratory storage 2 sheets of papyrus purchased from the Cheops Papyrus Exhibition on Sphinx Street Nazlet el Saman Giza, in the 1980s. We were using it for a similar purpose as you deascribe at that time. There is about 2 sheets left 10" x 14in that I would be happy to send you no charge, if you can send me a Stamped, self-addressed envelope, to the Fairfax, Ca. address. Niccolo Sent from my iPhone Original Message: Sent: 4/11/2025 12:05:00 PM From: Monica Argumedo Rendon Subject: Seeking papyrus for purchase Dear community, Our lab is looking to consult some reliable sources that provide access to papyri for purchase. We are hosting an REU summer group of students and want to provide them with the opportunity to experiment with papyri. Many thanks, Monica ------------------------------ Monica Argumedo Rendon (she/her/ella) PhD Student Educe Lab | Dept. of Materials Science and Engineering University of Kentucky Lexington, KY ------------------------------ You are subscribed to "Global Conservation Forum (ConsDistList)" as [email protected]. To change your subscriptions, go to http://community.culturalheritage.org/preferences?section=Subscriptions. 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