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How we can help…
Not all items need reconstructive treatment. Many objects only need better
storage or minor cleaning. An ethical conservator will not do repairs to an object when preservation will suffice. However,
if it is determined that an object does need treatment, a complete written and photo documentation of the process is created
as recommended by the American Institute for Conservation’s Guidelines for Practice and Code of Ethics. This document
will be supplied after the treatment is completed and will describe each procedure and the materials used.
All procedures used on the artifact should be completely reversible without harming its original
composition. Often, merely reconstructing an item is enough. If an item has large missing areas along the break, these can
be compensated with a “museum fill” which matches the objects surface, color, and pattern.
The artifact, treated with integrity by a conservator with over 20 years of experience, is returned
to its cultural custodian. Along with the full documentation, the client will be given recommendations on storage and care
in order to prolong both the composition and conservation treatment of the object.
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