J.IIC-CG VOLUME 3 (1977)

Conservation of an Inuit Sealskin Float: Reformed Around Meteorological Balloons

John H.A. Grant

The treatment of a crushed and distorted Inuit sealskin float is described. The float, covered before treatment with degraded oils and frass and with multiple punctures due to insect damage, was required for display as if inflated and “in use.” The float was cleaned, soaked in water and reformed around a pair of meteorological balloons.

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