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Treatment; 18 Mar 2008; Very small loose chip at top, left of centre - needs securing. Slightly soiled - surface clean.; Organics

Reason: Loan
Description: The areas of loose wood splinter were stabilised by applying Primal B60A (aqueous acrylic emulsion) with a syringe. The repairs were held in place with bamboo skewers. The object was cleaned using a soft brush and low-suction vacuum, followed with Chemsponge/smoke sponge (vulcanized rubber molecular trap, containing a minuscule percentage of mild soap i.e. <30grm per 500kg).
Details: Treatment