Public Art Protection Varnishing Murals and Oil Paintings for Future Maintenance

Posted on July 27, 2017 by Scott M. Haskins
One of two 18' ft murals in the gallery

One of two 18′ ft murals in the gallery

A common concern for public art on display is protection against accidents, even vandalism, and to find a way to make the often valuable artwork safe for maintenance. Seismic safety, especially along the Wasatch Front in Utah, both for the artwork and the public was also a concern on the mind of the curator of the Education in Zion Gallery at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, Heather Seferovich.

These concerns are important to address whether the art is new or historical. She consulted with Harold B. Lee Library Head of Conservation, Chris McAfee about the best way to proceed. For these purposes, the gallery hired veteran painting conservation expert, Scott M. Haskins (from Fine Art Conservation Laboratories in Santa Barbara, CA) who also provides art conservation services for the History Dept of the LDS Church in Salt Lake City, UT.

The two beautiful 18’ murals on the north and south walls of the spacious permanent exhibition area have been one of the most engaging features ever since the Education in Zion Gallery opened in 2008. One mural depicts the Kirtland Temple with a stormy sky (The Temple, A Holy School), while the other features the early Brigham Young Academy building, which is now the Provo City Library (The School, A Temple of Learning). These beautiful murals represent the power of integrating sacred and secular learning and were painted specifically for this location and purpose.

10 years of grime were carefully removed from the murals before they were hand varnished (for the first time). The varnish quality chosen was conservation grade and based on Standards of Practice of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works, the national professional art conservation organization – the AIC. Two paintings on display were also cleaned and varnished and went through a significant transformation.

See the short video of the work performed. Note, there is good information contained in this video for those that own paintings or are art collectors:

Mr. Haskins was assisted in the work by students from the Harold B. Lee Library conservation lab. They were able to clean parts of the murals and they also cleaned and waxed the frames. BYU Physical Facilities built the scaffolding in front of each of the two murals and helped remove the frames.

Seferovich, the curator of the Gallery conscientiously reviewed the measures taken to make all the artwork, including sculptures, safe if there were to be seismic activity. Of course, “safe” means not only for the artwork but also to make sure that the public is safe in the event that objects on display move. To their credit, Facilities also took the proactive actions to double check the seismic safety of the attachment of the murals to the walls and for the frame attachments around the two murals. They will not be coming off the wall with the next “big one” which is a comforting thought.

Be sure to visit the Education in Zion Gallery soon to see the finished conservation work on these stunning works of art, which symbolize the aims and mission of BYU. The gallery is grateful for Scott M. Haskins’ expertise in helping to conserve these murals.

Contact information:

Heather M. Seferovich, Curator, Education in Zion Gallery, 3183 JFSB, Brigham Young University, Provo UT 84602, (801) 422-3451 educationinzion@byu.edu

Scott M. Haskins, Virginia Panizzon, Oriana Montemurro Art Conservators, Fine Art Conservation Laboratories (FACL, Inc), P.O. Box 23557, Santa Barbara, CA 93121, 805 564 3438, faclartdoc@gmail.com

Links of interest:

Video Channel http://www.YouTube.com/bestartdoc
Videos on mural conservation projects at FACL: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLE1FF71CC598A8E79
Facebook page Scott M. Haskins http://www.Facebook.com/bestartdoc
Mural Capability Statement: https://www.fineartconservationlab.com/mural/
Interesting media clips for FACL: https://www.fineartconservationlab.com/media-room/

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The Preservation Idaho Award

Posted on July 17, 2017 by Scott M. Haskins

The State of Idaho named Fine Art Conservation Laboratories (FACL, Inc.) in its award of the Orchid and Onion Award from The Idaho Historic Preservation Council for the mural conservation treatments of the two Minerva Teichert murals in the extensive renovation of the LDS Tabernacle in Montpelier, Idaho in 2015.

The murals were removed from the building in order for them to not be damaged from the extensive demolition that was to take place. During their removal, considerable mold behind the canvases of the murals was discovered.

The murals received the mural restoration treatments at FACL’s facilities and then were reinstalled after all other renovation work was completed. Click here for a blog post with a short video about that work.

The Preservation Idaho Award 2015 copy

http://preservationidaho.org/programs/orchids-onions/2015/lds-tabernacle

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Mural Restoration Expert Appointed by the City of Los Angeles

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Scott M. Haskins

Public Art Division – Dept. of Cultural Affairs

City of Los Angeles Art Collection Appoints

Fine Art Conservation Laboratories

as Painting and Mural Restoration and Public Art Conservation Experts

The art conservation, art restoration and maintenance of murals and public art for the City of Los Angeles has been a privilege that we feel deeply over the years at Fine Art Conservation Laboratories (FACL). It feels good to offer socially conscious professional services to our community that help preserve art, history and heritage for generations into the future.

Graffiti removal from this mural (located close to Hollywood and Vine) was contracted to FACL with the recommendation of the mural's artist Thomas Suriya

Graffiti removal from this mural (located close to Hollywood and Vine) was contracted to FACL with the recommendation of the mural’s artist Thomas Suriya

Recently, FACL was chosen as the painting art conservation experts (paintings, mural preservation and restoration) for the City of Los Angeles’ newly formed Dept. of Cultural Affairs. We were awarded a 3 year contract (2017 – 2020 ) and then had the contract renewed (2021 – 2024). In partnership, FACL is working with premier and nationally renown art handlers, COOKE’S CRATING AND FINE ART TRANSPORTATION, INC.

Graffiti removal from this mural (located close to Hollywood and Vine) was contracted to FACL with the recommendation of the mural’s artist Thomas Suriya

This contract with the City of Los Angeles is similar to a previous public art maintenance painting and mural conservation and restoration gig that FACL and Cookes Crating had with the City through the now defunct Arts Commission.

Consultations and estimates are provided throughout the City for planning and budgeting. Some of the major murals that have been treated are Blue Moon Trilogy by the Hollywood Bowl and several murals along the Chandler Corridor by different artists.

Fine Art Conservation Laboratories is also presently providing the same art restoration oversight for the public art in the collections of the Federal Reserve (Los Angeles, Phoenix), The City of Vancouver, British Columbia (Canada), the History Dept of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (SLC, UT). See here the background info for FACL’s past consultation services.

In the past, Caltrans also took an active part in addressing the protection and maintenance of public art celebrating the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics murals along the downtown freeway. Freeway mural God-Father Vince Moreno of Caltrans made a hero’s effort to make that happen during his time in office. Scott M. Haskins, Head of Conservation at FACL, worked with Mr. Moreno to diffuse a series of law suits that were going to involve the State of California, The City of Los Angeles, Caltrans and several individuals. The work in question was to work with living artists of murals to satisfactorily remove graffiti and gray Caltrans paint to recover and preserve the murals from being obliterated. The first test case, which was successful and diffused the litigation, was the mural by Kent Twitchell of the Jim Morphesis Monument on the 101 freeway.

Mural before graffiti removal in 2011. See video of graffiti removal mural restoration

Mural before graffiti removal in 2011. See video of graffiti removal mural restoration

Scott M. Haskins, Mural Conservator and Kent Twitchell, Mural Artist have since collaborated on several other projects of his art  to apply an anti-graffiti layers on his new murals such as this mural of Ed Ruscha (see video below), which replaces the mural that was painted out by the US Dept of Labor many years ago. Its been a long time comin’.

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An article on Scott M. Haskins and saving downtown LA’s art: https://www.artsy.net/article/artsy-editorial-meet-the-man-saving-l-a-s-street-art-one-mural-at-a-time

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Professional Associate of AIC (American Institute for the Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works)

Posted on May 28, 2017 by Scott M. Haskins

 

In Chicago at the Hyatt Regency for the AIC meeting 2017

In Chicago at the Hyatt Regency for the AIC meeting 2017

I’ve just arrived in Chicago for the week of the 2017 annual meeting of the American Institute for the Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works (AIC). See the video Art Walk-About tour from this visit to Chicago at the end of this page. I’ve been a participating, active member since 1978. I’m responsible for the sub-group meeting of the art conservators in private practice.

As a member of AIC, my private painting conservation business supports and practices the professional Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as we protect, preserve and restore paintings and other fine art.

Between 1990 – 93 I was elected Vice Chairperson then Program Chairperson for the AIC sub-group Conservators in Private Practice (CIPP) which promotes business issues in private conservation practices. In 2002 I was asked to serve again on the board. then in 2013-1017 I served again as Chair. I’m proud of my service with this group.

Other Professional Affiliations:

Since 1978 Associate Member, International Institute for Conservation (IIC)

Since 1978 Member, Western Association for Art Conservation (WAAC): In 1984 – 85 I served on the Board of Directors, then in 1982 – 83 Vice President, then in 1983 – 84 President.

Other areas of professional service have included the  Shroud of Turin Research Project, Consultant and Participant and as a grant proposal reviewer Institute of Museum and Library Services (U.S. Gov’t)

Special Awards

2015   Heritage Award for State of Idaho, Minerva Teichert Murals, Montepelier, ID Click here

2005 Preservation Dallas, award for professional preservation from the City of Dallas, Texas for art mural conservation services rendered at Fair Park, Dallas Texas Click here

2003 Historic Preservation Award from the State of Texas for professional mural conservation services rendered at Fair Park, Dallas Texas Click here

October 2, 2003: National Trust for Historic Preservation Award , National Preservation Award which is the highest award for professional preservation from the United States Government for services rendered to the Fair Park, Dallas Texas Click here

1978: UNESCO delegate from the United States (vetted) to attend an international 3 month workshop in Venice, Italy for architectural conservation (murals). Award based on language skills, ability to contribute and recommendations from colleagues. Each UNESCO country chose 2 delegates to attend.

AIC Meeting 2017

Downtown Chicago from my hotel window.

Scott M. Haskins

805 570 4140

faclartdoc@gmail.com

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Art Conservation Painting Restoration Client Testimonials from Orange County, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City

Posted on March 1, 2017 by Scott M. Haskins

Nothing is as powerful as a spontaneous testimonial from a satisfied client. But can you trust the word or opinion of another person? Perhaps they don’t know the difference between a stretcher bar and a strainer? But, WHAT IF you had LOTS OF TESTIMONIALS, from collectors, dealers, corporate collections, government officials, auction houses, appraisers, etc that all gave the same good report? Put them all together and would that give you the confidence to at least call and ask some questions?

You see, there’s more to choosing a painting conservator than knowing if they can match paint colors. What if he/she is an excellent craftsman but couldn’t organize there way out of a shoe box? Or what if they can’t manage cash flow in their business? Or what if they put people like you as their last priority?

How long would it take you to call 10,20, 30 people to ask for a referral? Do you have time? On this page are some video testimonials and more links for the answers you are looking for. After all, you just want some assurance before you make the call yourself to ask your own questions, right? Note in this video that there are customers from Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Barbara, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City… all places we do on location estimates and evaluations and also offer pick up and delivery on a regular basis.

Clients were helped with water damaged artwork, smoke damaged artwork, ripped oil paintings repaired, mural restoration, cleaning a dirty oil painting, analysis of artwork. We work with private individuals, insurance companies, disaster response companies, the trade, institutions, government contracts etc.

Here are many other video testimonials on YouTube from our clients: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL41D80C1C65FF2CE7

Call us to discuss your questions 805 564 3438

Smoke Damaged 19th Century Oil Painting in its original frame brought back to life with a careful and expert cleaning.

Smoke Damaged 19th Century Oil Painting in its original frame brought back to life with a careful and expert cleaning.

We have been working with clients in these areas for decades…

Do you live in Orange County? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHo5A9L_rVA
Do you live in the LA area? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5K5CIUWVp8
If you live in the Santa Barbara area? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eu53sEWkHgo
See info for Las Vegas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6h-cU3TWD8
If you live in the Salt Lake City area: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COuMshFt9ek

Scott M. Haskins, Virginia Panizzon, Oriana Montemurro. Gaby Irving,

Art Conservators 805 564 3438 or faclartdoc@gmail.com

Preventable damage seems like a disaster... but listen to the testimonial in the video.

Preventable damage seems like a disaster… but listen to the testimonial in the video.

Here are some recent written testimonials

There isn’t anybody in LA that is even a close second in quality of work, your expertise and the service your company provides. You always treat my clients the way I would and represent me well. I always think of you for “fine work” on restoration and art conservation questions for fine art. Thanks again.  See you soon!!! Rita Amendola, Art Consultant, Appraiser, Los Angeles http://www.theunfurnishers.com/about_us.html

Thank you for everything today! You and your teams service, the pickups and deliveries and your vast knowledge of art and contacts that you share with me are very much appreciated. Greg Colley, Art Dealer http://www.californiaartcompany.com/introduction.html

As always…that was a terrific talk and inspiring! Chatter in the car on the way back to campus was enthusiastic. For most students this was likely the first time they ever encountered your profession let alone thought about the complex layers of conserving a work of art.  Nicely done!  Thank you! Judy Larson, Museum Director, Westmont College, Santa Barbara, CA http://www.westmontmuseum.org/about.html

There is a fabulous restorer in Santa Barbara – Fine Art Conservation Labs. Scott Haskins travels all over the world to museums/collectors to repair/clean/restore paintings. I suggest you contact them – they will do an amazing, incredible job of fixing your art’s problems. We use them all the time and would not go to anyone else.  Diane Waterhouse, Art Dealer, Santa Barbara http://waterhousegallery.com

The shipped paintings arrived and your team did such a fantastic job with them.  I bought another painting on Saturday that I’d like to ship directly to you from Houston.   The painting is 30”x40”.  I know you guys will do a great job! I’m also looking forward to seeing the Donkey painting when it’s done.  Thanks again!!! Karen, Private Collector,

I have had Scott do art restoration for me since 2003. He’s the bomb and always does a great job. In fact, I always give him my difficult projects. I shop in Europe and he’s saved my butte a couple of times when I bought stuff that was not in as good a shape as I thought. He has also helped me with research and analysis on authentication projects. Use him. You will not be sorry. Rob, Costa Mesa, CA

My wife and I do some collecting and we feel we were really lucky to have met FACL at the LA Art Show at the LA Convention Center a couple of years ago. Scott’s whole office is a great group to work with and we appreciate the door to door service. Mostly we expected to talk to Scott about cleaning etc our paintings but Scott has helped us know what to do to earthquake proof our paintings, collectibles, crystal etc. His instructional video has been really good and we have appreciated the personal instruction/lesson. So, thanks Scott for all you are doing for us. We enjoy very much our business and association. Mike, Tustin, CA

I bought an old painting while on a European trip many years ago that seemed very discolored or dark to me. So I gave it to Scott (who came and evaluated it at my home, then took it and redelivered it… convenient!). I had gotten Scott’s name from the director of the Laguna Arts Festival for whom Scott does consulting, lectures and workshops. I was so pleased and surprised at the total transformation and good work. It was done on time and on budget. He even threw in a few free touch ups on the frame. Thanks Scott and the rest of you at FACL. Jan in Laguna Beach, CA

You have an impressive list of clients you deal with. I’m amazed that a restorer not only preserves, conserves and repairs paintings but offers innumerable services as a consultant, a legal art expert and even advices how to save the stuff from a disaster. I guess I had the wrong… or outdated, idea of what restoration of art is. Really, it’s admirable and thanks for this really interesting website. Eva, Newport Beach, CA

It’s always fun to see the temples you work in, and I thoroughly enjoy finding out who the original artists were on the temple murals. As you are an art historian, I hope you have enjoyed my book and that I have done justice to the subject. Also, I am thoroughly jealous of what you get to do!  Brian Olsen, http://photogent.com

I am touched that you took the trouble to reply – thank you! It is as I thought, but mother hoped there would be a solution to the problem. Thanks again and best wishes, Galina- New Haven, Connecticut

Owned by a master restorer of harpsichords, see the testimonial in the video

Owned by a master restorer of harpsichords, see the testimonial in the video

Contact info
Scott M. Haskins, Virginia Panizzon, Oriana Montemurro. Gaby Irving,

Art Conservators 805 564 3438 or faclartdoc@gmail.com

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Smoke Damage on Artwork – We work as a sub to disaster response companies

Posted on January 28, 2017 by Scott M. Haskins

Liability during clean up is a big issue with smoke damage on paintings and other artwork-collectible objects. I mean, we are specialized in treating paintings and all our professional art restoration services center around doing this correctly. How can an unprofessional person, hitting things with a sponge, do the same kind of quality work? Here’s an example:

We are located in sunny Southern California and even on this winter day, it was close to 70 degrees. When AIG insurance company and Elite-Restoration Inc. (disaster response company) agreed to fly me to Sun Valley, Idaho to inspect and estimate 40-60 smoke damaged items… I was unprepared psychologically for the -10 degree temperature when I walked out of my hotel in the morning. But traveling to help people get the right quality professional help is part our business.Scott M. Haskins consulting on smoke damage artwork in Ketchum, Idaho

For the on-site inspection I used the inventory (with a photo) that Elite-Restoration already had in hand and added to it my observations. When we opened up the storage facility, it stunk to high heaven! I reviewed each of the 40 framed items suggesting the ways that the smell could be permanently eliminated. Also of interest to the owners was a list of “pre-existing conditions” that could be worked on while they were being cleaned but for which AIG would not be responsible for paying but would help to “dial-in” the items to their best condition.

framed collectibles smoke damaged

With my art conservation proposal and budget in hand, Elite-Restoration and AIG had a professional tool to help manage their project efficiently and to help take liability off their shoulders. In this case, the responsibility of this clean up job was given to FACL to perform which distanced Elite-Restoration from the liability of working on the valuable artwork and the items the family felt emotional about saving in its best condition. After all, the goal is to get back to pre-damaged condition and restore peace of mind to the insured.

Jaryn McKnight, Area Manager, Elite Restoration Inc.
621 South Main Unit B
Bellevue, Idaho 83313
(208) 788-9463 office
(208) 721-3830 cell
(208) 734-6304 fax
Jaryn@elite-restoration.com

FACL – Scott M. Haskins, Virginia Panizzon, Oriana Montemurro, Art Conservators 805 564 3438

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People ask me, “Do I still do the painting restoration work?”

Posted on January 7, 2017 by Scott M. Haskins

By Scott M. Haskins, Head of ConservationArt conservation forensic investigation

I’m asked fairly often, since I travel so much, do I ever do the actual art conservation work on paintings. The short answer is:

  1. If you count the treatments we do on murals then, yes, I do more sq. ft of painting restoration work than anyone in the lab. Click here to see an example.
  2. While in the lab, I am involved on practically every painting’s evaluation, decision making and progress. I guide, trouble shoot and give my opinion… which sometimes even gets considered!
  3. There are three of us qualified art conservators that think and work all on the same mental wave length. Its very synergistic. See this fun video about team work.
Art conservation delivery in Utah

Delivering completed painting conservation projects to the client in Salt Lake City Utah.

The longer answer is that art conservation is a professional field that is more than just cleaning, touching up and varnishing a painting. Yes, the highest level of craftsmanship of the treatments is of the utmost importance but connoisseurship attained from 40 years of intense international experience and consultation work is something extremely important that I am constantly asked to share. Important other art conservation professional things I do include:

  1. Expert witness – legal testimony in art related matters. This can be in public art situations, insurance claims and damage response situations. Here’s a link to some past work.
  2. Art authentication and the analysis of art – I’m asked a couple of times a week to assist people on these types of matters that can range from authenticating a signature to a full blown investigation and working with art scholars and scientists. Here’s a link to a fun appearance on Keeping Up With The Kardasians TV program.
  3. Consult on art conservation planning for upcoming projects. I often help organizations with grant applications and proposals. Coordinate with other parallel professions to assist them on historic preservation projects; architects, appraisers, general contractors, city arts commissions. Click here to see a review of our consulting experience. I consult with people daily on their art conservation needs and answer questions. Here is a very interesting review with a quick video about our assistance and expertise in planing public art mural projects: https://www.fineartconservationlab.com/mural-restoration-consultation-services-historic-preservation-fine-art-expertise-art-conservation/

Because these professional needs are usually attended to on a personal visit type of basis, I make the effort to get around and see people… in person. This is why we go to the trouble to pick up and deliver projects over such a wide geographical basis. Here are some reviews of places we work: Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Barbara, Utah, Las Vegas, Carmel/Monterey. It keeps us in personal contact with our clients which include private people, auction houses and galleries, institutions, city governments and disaster response companies.

So, do I still do the actual art conservation work? Yeah, I’d say so.

Give us a call to discuss your questions!

Ask for art conservators Scott Haskins, Virginia Panizzon

805 564 3438

faclartdoc@gmail.com

Anthony Quinn as the Pope on Broadway being evaluated for conservation treatmentsOf interest, also, may be my work as the author of the Save Your Stuff Series, producer and presenter of webinars for membership drives and fundraising and docent training.

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Analysis of art can reveal hidden details important to authentication and value

Posted on December 1, 2016 by Scott M. Haskins

Most art collector’s dream of discovering a lost masterpiece and I have had some “wonderful” stories and situations come through my front door. While many are expecting to hit the lottery (see my episode on Keeping Up With The Kardashians on the Media Page), many are digging for hidden details that uncover lost stories from the past.

Infrared technology often is the tool of choice but x-radiography is also used, mostly in older paintings. This short video demonstrates that no technology is the magic bullet in discovering the lost details but that it takes knowledge and using, sometimes, all the tools available.

Ultraviolet visible fluorescence was used in this case and the celebrity owner (Balky from Perfect Strangers) closes the video with a short testimonial.

Give us a call to discuss your questions!

Scott M. Haskins, Oriana Montemurro, Virginia Panizzon

805 564 3438

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Historic Oil Painting of Russian Royalty Slashed and Painted Over But Not Forgotten

Posted on November 19, 2016 by Scott M. Haskins

Over the decades we have, in our art conservation and restoration laboratory repaired rips (bayonet slashing) on portraits of Russian royal family members, discovered forgotten Russian master artists and worked on an important portrait by Ilya Rapin… but we have yet to find a portrait of a Tsar! Take a quick look at this story:

Painted Out Russian Royalty Rediscovered During Art Restoration

Art conservators unveiled this week a recently cleaned and re-discovered portrait of the last Tsar of Russia, after it was cleaned of over-paint that obliterated the portrait on purpose.

The portrait of Nicholas II took 3 years to un-cover from the repainting removal which may have been applied on purpose to save, preserve it in the hopes that it would be eventually found.

“The ceremonial portrait painted by Ilya Galkin in 1896 was hidden for almost 90 years on the back of another portrait — depicting Lenin,” the painting rconservator, Potseluyeva told AFP.

A portrait of Lenin was painted over the royal portrait by another artist, Vladislav Izmailovich, in 1924, Potseluyeva said. The giant portrait measuring 13 by 10 feet has hung in the assembly hall of a school in the historic centre of Saint Petersburg.  The painting was damaged in the 1970s and it was only because of the restoration of this damage in 2013, which lead to the discovery of the hidden portrait. Obviously, unexpectedly finding such details underneith the portrait that was visible was very surprising adding that the first detail they discovered was the ornate carpet on which the tsar was standing.

The artist’s motive for hiding the tsar’s portrait may never be known and experts said that he ran a risk by doing so. “By keeping the tsar’s portrait, Vladislav Izmailovich risked a lot at that time,” said the acting head of the Shtiglits Academy, Vasily Kichedzhi.  The Bolsheviks pulled down statues and removed the tsars’ emblem from buildings after taking power.

Today, given the politics with surrounding countries, such political pressures where art “takes the hit” are still a worry.

Questions about a painting restoration/conservation project? Call Scott M. Haskins for a free consult 805 564 3438 or faclartdoc@gmail.com

This painting of Russian royalty was slashed with bayonets but eventually rolled up then smuggled out of Russia.

This painting of Russian royalty was slashed with bayonets but eventually rolled up then smuggled out of Russia.

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Art Conservation UV Analysis of Modern Painting Before Sale At Auction

Posted on October 30, 2016 by Scott M. Haskins

Standard operating procedure and due diligence for art collectors, curators etc should be the inspection of the artwork , BEFORE ACQUISITION, with a black light (also known as a UV light). But contemporary and modern art often pose weird and different situations that may require a second opinion. Hence, the reason why I was invited to visit Bonhams and Butterfields Auction House the other day to look at a painting:

Bonhams and Butterfields is intent on having all aspects of condition figured out for potential clients and consults with experts in art research, art conservation and painting restoration, art appraisals and art dealers when appropriate. This video illustrates their level of trust in these experts to give a solid, trustworthy second opinion.

For other methods of analyzing art (and doing due diligence) see this YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLxFeD9MHd7RZkd3i1YQXBRiHdCQb7qS7

For questions contact Scot Levitt, Head of Paintings Dept at Bonhams 323 436 5425 or scot.levitt@bonhams.com Tell him we sent you!!

For Art Conservation questions call Scott Haskins 805 564 3438
See short video tour of painting conservation lab at http://www.FineArtConservationLab.com
805 570 4140 mobile or faclartdoc@gmail.com

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