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Elegant Framing Solutions that save you money for Permanent Collections and Rotating Shows In development since 1996, the Patent Pending ConservArt Framing System is a time and cost saving framing alternative for rotating exhibits and loans. Your exhibits will have the professional appearance of custom framing while saving your institution thousands of dollars annually. The ConservArt Framing System sets a new standard in museum exhibit framing, becoming a benchmark against which all other framing options must be measured. Users are assured of state of the art, museum approved standards in all materials and handling. The system is designed to be flexible, accommodating any specific needs of your institution while saving you thousands of dollars in your annual framing costs. How it works
* Data from numerous exhibit rotations has shown that a moderate number of client specific "standard" size frames will accommodate the framing needs of more than 97% of all artwork when coupled with custom mats. * The ConservArt Framing System uses an innovative proprietary computer program to determine a "best fit" based on image dimensions, and these "standard" frames can be re-used with custom cut mats, eliminating the need for additional frame purchases as exhibits change. * Artwork returning to permanent collections following an exhibition will remain in their custom mats so they will be ready for future exhibits in "standard" size frames and to provide protection during storage. |
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In this era of budgetary constraints, you owe it to your institution to explore the benefits offered by the ConservArt Framing System
You can actually do more while conserving your resources |
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Benefits The main benefit of the ConservArt Exhibit System offers is realized in the way it improves the Curator's ability to initiate exhibit ideas which would be impossible to contemplate using current practices. It is an intelligent, ecologically sound program to preserve and reuse resources and eliminate waste while saving time and money. Problems addressed and solved:
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Frames Matting
Custom "book" mats are cut from 100% cotton rag 4 ply white buffered museum board. Un buffered, MicroChamberTM technology and a variety of archival mat colors and/or textures are also available. Hinging: All artwork is mounted onto 4 ply rag board using wet- torn Japanese paper hinges applied with wheat starch paste and backed with a sturdy, moisture proof neutral pH inert backing.
A full range of non-invasive hinging techniques are also available for artwork on loan and for three-dimensional objects. Hanging System: We provide a wireless three point hanging system to assure stability and to provide a moderate level of security. Other hanging options are available to suit the individual needs of your institution. Handling
All artwork is handled by trained technicians under the supervision of conservators. |
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Service Options A variety of service options are available to accommodate the standards needs and preferences of clients. Custom programs, In-house preparation, Third-party licensing and Leasing of framing are also being offered. Leasing of frames is ideal to accommodate works of unusual shapes and sizes, or composite groupings. It eliminates the need for permanent investment in frames for temporary, occasional, or infrequent needs. Purchasing Leasing Pricing
Economies of scale permit us to offer heretofore unheard of savings on exhibit framing costs. Save in excess of 50% off normal custom framing costs on the initial investment and up to 80% off each time your exhibit rotates. Implementation of the ConservArt Framing System can save your institution literally thousands of dollars annually in exhibit preparation framing costs. |
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International Museum of Cartoon Art September 16, 1996 To George Schwartz:
Now in its sixth month since opening to the public last March, the International Museum of Cartoon Art has proved to be a wonderful success. Visitor response (nearly 45,000 people from every state in the country and numerous foreign countries) reflects a love and appreciation of the masterpieces in our renowned collection. I'm certain, too, that visitors are very impressed with the presentation of our art work which you helped so immeasurably. On behalf of our Director of Curatorial Affairs Gary Hood, I wanted to tell you how impressed I was with the quality of your work; the collection looks magnificent. I have also been impressed with your highly-professional standards, your respect for the art itself and for the best ways to mount and frame it. You were a pleasure to work with because of your respect for the art, your understanding of our extraordinary pre- opening pressures and deadlines, and your never-failing standards and good humor.
I know Gary and you are making plans to work together again. Your good work continues to be an enhancement to the great works we're so proud to display for audiences from around the world. Cordially,
Mort Walker, Chairman
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Patent Pending Information - click on link to view the abstract and claims |
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