The task at hand was to create a solid shadow box, that could hold a wooden-mounted-two-dimensional figure and be kept under a rigorous conservation environment; a 2 3/4″ deep wooden gold molding will hold the piece in place allowing enough space for the glass. We did line-up the walls using off white acid free foam-core to match the white balance of the piece. Museum grade glass (99% UV resistance, anti-reflective) 3mm was used as well, so the viewing area of the artwork wouldn’t be disturbed by glare reflections and to enhance the archival properties of the same. we did use also d-rings on the back in order to provide better stability and security when hanging.
Specs:
- 28″ x 38″ framed
- 40 pounds finished ( approx)
- wooden frame, lined walls
- museum glass, optimal grade, UV resistant
As a background info, we managed to gather so information regarding the origin and specification of this piece:
- Lord Shreenathji – Child Shree Krishna
- Temple: Shreenath Dwara, Rajastan (India)
- All handmade
- 3 to 4 months completion time
- Pigments (color) are 100% organic made
- Diamonds and precious gems
- gold color is made from real gold
- It will hold color and details for about 200 years.
