Department Chair

Patrick Ravines

Jen Munch

Date of Award

8-2019

Access Control

Open Access

Degree Name

Art Conservation, M.A., C.A.S.

Department

Art Conservation Department

Advisor

Fiona Beckett

Advisor

James Hamm

Department Home page

https://artconservation.buffalostate.edu

First Reader

Jiuan Jiuan Chen

Second Reader

Dr. Rebecca Ploeger

Third Reader

Dr. Aaron Shugar

Fourth Reader

Jonathan Thornton

Abstract

An oil painting on red oak panel, attributed to Paul Brill, was examined and treated. Structural issues resulting from the failure of an attached cradle system and a prior insect infestation of the wood support were addressed using a combination of modern and traditional methods and materials, including the removal of the cradle and the fabrication and attachment of a new flexible auxiliary support. An aged, discolored varnish layer and discolored prior inpainting were also addressed. Scientific analysis included the use of two X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy (XRF) techniques, Spot XRF and Scanning XRF, to characterize materials used in the ground and paint layers. Additional characterization of Lead-Tin Yellow Type 1 was performed using Raman Spectroscopy. Cross-sectional analysis was performed on a sample of the wood panel to identify the wood as a Red Oak (Quercus, Section Lobatae). Ultraviolet, infrared and standard conservation imaging techniques, plus x-radiography, were performed to document the painting’s condition and to gain information about the materials present. Preventive conservation recommendations are provided.

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