TAA i.2.12a.1.19

Page number
19
Caption
Relevant conservation notes page
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Material
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Measurements
22.8 cm x 17.8 cm (h x w)
Transcription

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Box No 50

 

The surface was dusty. Removed dust from 

ebony strips, ebony knobs and red painted 

lattice work by sponging with damp sponge. 

Refastened loose castors with casein adhesive.

 

Contents of Box No 50

(a) Arrows. (No 50yy)             (Reeds) & 100e (one arrow only)
The few remains of feathers were so friable that 

they crumbled to powder when touched. Sprayed 

feather end with cellul a solution of celluloid 

in amyl acetate.

 

 

Nos (b) Tapestry-Woven Arm and Hand <Guards> when using Bow.

50 (t x[?]) These were very dry and friable. <Removed dust by blowing with small bellows>  
                                                                                                                        Saturated with

50 (u x[?]) benzine to allow material to be straightened 

out without breaking. Sprayed with dilute 

solution of celluloid in amyl acetate and/<diluted with> 

acetone, to strengthen