Dry-cleaning is an instrumental step when a conservator is salvaging mold-infested collection items. One might initially detect old, powdery mold growth in a recent acquisition, or identify new active growth. After isolating the infested items, whichever treatment methods are chosen, removing fungal structures to limit the risks of future spread is critical. But what actually happens when a conservator uses dry-cleaning tools on mold-infested paper? What is removed, where do the fungal structures go, and what is left behind?
In this technical webinar, the instructor explores in detail the behavior of mold on paper. Participants are presented with the morphology of fungal growth and the potential results of dry-cleaning techniques, illustrated with microscopy- and SEM-imaging. This microscopic perspective might influence your dry-cleaning strategies at large.
Meant for conservators and staff with a basic understanding of treating mold on paper, the session includes opportunity for questions and discussion.
This webinar was presented by Fleur van der Woude and the Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts on January 12th, 2023 with generous support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, with additional support from the William Penn Foundation.
10 сен 2024
