Graphic Conservation Company

AFTER: After a light dry cleaning overall, the tape and adhesives were removed with heat and organic solvents. The photograph was then separated from the original board mechanically. The photograph and board were then repaired separately with Japanese tissue and starch paste. The board losses were filled with cellulose. The photograph was remounted to the original board with starch paste. The piece was dried and flattened overall. Inpainting was done with water soluble media applied by brush.