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1. Possible pollutions in new highly automated archive with low-oxygen atmosphere 2. RE: Masonite 3. [EVENT] A Peek at Potter: The public examination and treatment of The Bull (1647) at the Mauritshuis 4. Job Offer - Libraries and Archives Account Specialist for Conserv 5. Paid Graduate Internships at the Getty Conservation Institute 6. Firecrackers on paper object 7. Tissue paper adhered to patent leather ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: Karin von Lerber Posted: Friday September 12, 2025 8:10 AM Subject: Possible pollutions in new highly automated archive with low-oxygen atmosphere Message: A highly compact, automated high-bay storage facility over 20 metres high is currently being planned for a large state archive in Switzerland. Parts of the upper walls are to be constructed using timber (infill), and the interior will be equipped with a low-oxygen atmosphere as a fire protection measure. This measure means that there will be allmost no air exchange inside the storage facility. My question: are there any other archive, library or museum projects that have dealt with this Situation (pollutant emissions in high-bay warehouses with low-oxigen atmosphere, timber construction)? Does anyone have experience with the emission of building materials (in this case wood) or archive material in such a situation? Is there any knowledge of pollutant accumulation (top/bottom/corners of a room), or is the minimal leakage through the operation of an airlock sufficient to make the problem negligible? Thank you for all your answers and comments. ------------------------------ Karin von Lerber & Joachim Huber Co-Founders and Co-Directors Prevart Ltd. Winterthur Switzerland ------------------------------ 2.From: Niccolo Caldararo Posted: Friday September 12, 2025 8:11 AM Subject: RE: Masonite Message: If you have any questions feel free to ask. ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 9/10/2025 2:57:00 PM From: Elizabeth Nunan Subject: RE: Masonite Thanks Niccolo! Your research was very useful, as were your references. Dear Colleagues - I've been searching the internet and reviewing the various AIC discussion boards looking for resources and publications specifically on structural treatments of (painted) masonite supports and have not been able to find any published case studies for repairs to damaged boards (some on paint flaking/delamination, but not damaged supports). We are currently working on a ~1970 acrylic on masonite (4' x 8') with a large impact damage/tear/puncture through the paint face and support. If anyone has meet a similar condition experience with success and is open to a quick discussion, I'd love to give you a call! Email is also great - [email protected] Thank you! ------------------------------ Elizabeth Nunan Flux Art Conservation Corp Owner and CEO (she/her/hers) www.fluxartcon.com 215-259-8559 <tel:215-259-8559> ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 09-07-2022 00:30 From: Niccolo Caldararo Subject: Masonite Dear Colleagues: There was a question about Masonite some weeks ago. I said I would share my lab experiments and research. I have made this material available on Research Gate for download free at this site: Niccolo Caldararo, PhD Conservation Art Service https://www.researchgate.net/publication/363257958_Masonite_as_as_Support_for_Paintings?_sg%5B0%5D=_gWSMfK5JDkEr-pMm_DqjO7m_Xg5n90juHgUyUMRwVB7v_PznXhQrCmKNlb8FAaTpXBHZeCDm6dDpHcSn-UzQSN1BZZTcmbzUmDuCzzp.Tv8qjb3KD3XhtSb2anKBWR2_et_9GeEp2dsJ0-z1bUQRnbcc7MR0rYar_OeJutYU4-JNCfn2nRKsv6btQ5Fh5Q 3.From: Katarina Trajkovic Posted: Friday September 12, 2025 8:53 PM Subject: [EVENT] A Peek at Potter: The public examination and treatment of The Bull (1647) at the Mauritshuis Message: A Peek at Potter: The public examination and treatment of The Bull (1647) at the Mauritshuis Looking closer at Paulus Potter's 17th-century masterpiece, "The Bull", and the problems of change. 30 September 2025 7pm – 8pm BST | Online Conservators Abbie Vandivere and Jolijn Schilder will present the turbulent history, visual and chemical changes, and treatment of the largest 17th-century painting in the Mauritshuis: The Bull by Paulus Potter (1647). They will address questions like: - Why and how did Potter make so many changes as he developed his composition of the "ideal" bull? - Why was the sky so broadly overpainted during previous treatments, and how do we deal with this during the restoration? - Should later additions remain visible or be covered at the retouching stage? - What steps did we follow to restore a large painting in front of the museum public, and what advice do we have for conservators facing similar challenges? For more information about the project: https://www.mauritshuis.nl/en/what-s-on/exhibitions/a-peek-at-potter <https://www.mauritshuis.nl/en/what-s-on/exhibitions/a-peek-at-potter> The scientific research was carried out in cooperation with the Rijksmuseum, the Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands, and the National Gallery of Ireland (NGI). A previous ICON lecture (Uncovering a Lost Masterpiece: The hidden story behind Paulus Potter's The Abduction of Europa) focused on a related painting in the NGI collection. Will we see you there? For booking and more information, please visit Icon's Event page <https://www.icon.org.uk/events/a-peek-at-potter-the-public-examination-and-treatment-of-the-bull-1647-at-the-mauritshuis.html?utm_campaign=Paintings%2BGroup%253A%2BA%2BPeek%2Bat%2BPotter%253A%2BThe%2Bpublic%2Bexamination%2Band%2Btreatment%2Bof%2BThe%2BBull%2B%25281647%2529%2Bat%2Bthe%2BMauritshuis&utm_medium=email>. ------------------------------ Katarina Trajkovic Student, MA Conservation of Fine Art (Easel Paintings) Northumbria University Newcastle Program in Preventive Conservation/Conservation of Fine Art ------------------------------ 4.From: M. Susan Barger Posted: Friday September 12, 2025 8:54 PM Subject: Job Offer - Libraries and Archives Account Specialist for Conserv Message: As our Libraries and Archives Account Specialist, you'll be the face of Conserv for Libraries and Archives in North America - helping institutions protect and care for the collections that matter most. You'll lead our sales efforts in the library and archive sector, balancing inbound inquiries and proactive outreach in North America. This role is about building long-term relationships, guiding prospective customers through complex decisions, and ensuring they feel supported every step of the way. It's a great fit if you can translate deep subject-matter knowledge into clear, confident recommendations, both for prospective customers and shaping our team's growth strategy and product development. If you're energized by connecting mission-driven organizations with tools that make their work easier, you'll feel right at home. Application information is found here: Libraries and Archives Account Specialist at Conserv <https://conserv.breezy.hr/p/cf7bf971c1d5-libraries-and-archives-account-specialist> Breezy remove preview <https://conserv.breezy.hr/p/cf7bf971c1d5-libraries-and-archives-account-specialist> Libraries and Archives Account Specialist at Conserv Title: Libraries and Archives Account Specialist Location: US; fully remote with occasional travel required Reports to: Head of Growth The Role As our Libraries and Archives Account Specialist, you'll be the face of Conserv for Libraries and Archives in North America - helping institutions protect View this on Breezy > <https://conserv.breezy.hr/p/cf7bf971c1d5-libraries-and-archives-account-specialist> ------------------------------ M. Susan Barger, PhD Conserv Community Board ------------------------------ 5.From: Anna Duer Posted: Friday September 12, 2025 8:54 PM Subject: Paid Graduate Internships at the Getty Conservation Institute Message: Applications are now open for the 2026-2027 Getty Graduate Internship program! Internships are available in the Buildings & Sites <http://www.getty.edu/conservation/about/field_projects/index.html>, Collections <http://www.getty.edu/conservation/about/education/index.html>, and Science <https://www.getty.edu/conservation/about/science/index.html> departments of the Getty Conservation Institute. For a full list of available internship opportunities, see https://www.getty.edu/projects/graduate-internships/opportunities/ <https://www.getty.edu/projects/graduate-internships/opportunities/> Graduate internships at Getty are open to applicants of all nationalities who are either currently enrolled in a graduate program (Master's or Ph.D., graduate conservation certificate, or their equivalents for international applicants) in a field relevant to the internship(s) for which they are applying, or who have recently completed a relevant graduate degree. Internships are full-time for twelve months and include a $52,500 stipend, $1,500 towards relocation expenses (if coming from outside the Los Angeles area), and up to $3,000 to support research travel. The deadline to apply is November 4, 2025. Application materials and further information are available at https://gty.art/gettygrad <https://gty.art/gettygrad> For questions regarding the program or the application process, please contact: [email protected] <[email protected]> ------------------------------ Anna Duer Reference Librarian Getty Conservation Institute Los Angeles, CA [email protected] ------------------------------ 6.From: Susan Russick Posted: Friday September 12, 2025 8:55 PM Subject: Firecrackers on paper object Message: We have a c. 1973 Yoshio Nakajima pamphlet that has a small bunch of firecrackers adhered to the cover. I'm planning to remove as much powder as I can from the cylinders, but am wondering about other steps that might make it safer to store in a library collection. Any thoughts? Thanks, Susan ------------------------------ Susan Russick Chief Conservator Northwestern University Libraries ------------------------------ 7.From: Dee Stubbs-Lee Posted: Friday September 12, 2025 8:55 PM Subject: Tissue paper adhered to patent leather Message: I am currently treating a pair of pull-on black leather boots with a very high shine surface finish (I think this is considered patent leather). They date from the 1930s or early 1940s. The boots had been wrapped for storage many years ago in black tissue paper, which has unfortunately become firmly adhered to the majority of the surface. The paper will not release with gentle mechanical action alone, so I believe I will have to introduce moisture and / or solvent. I do not currently have access to a functioning fume hood. Any thoughts? Thanks, Dee Dee A. Stubbs-Lee, MA, CAPC, FIIC Conservator / Restauratrice New Brunswick Museum Research and Collections Center 228 Lancaster Avenue Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada E2M 2K8 (506) 643-2341 [email protected] www.nbm-mnb.ca You are subscribed to "Global Conservation Forum (ConsDistList)" as [email protected]. To change your subscriptions, go to http://community.culturalheritage.org/preferences?section=Subscriptions. To unsubscribe from this community discussion, go to https://community.culturalheritage.org/HigherLogic/eGroups/Unsubscribe.aspx?UserKey=d16eaa87-0f69-494b-9f2f-303dbc1222e1&sKey=fab9aa4f27a04c5d876e&GroupKey=757a8f16-505f-4323-8e74-e376757aa9f7.
