J.IIC-CG VOLUME 21 (1996)
The Analysis and Treatment of Two Portraits Attributed to Paul Kane (1810-1871)
This paper discusses the condition, analysis and conservation treatment of two early Canadian portraits, both oil on canvas, in the collection of the National Gallery of Canada. The portraits are attributed to Paul Kane and date from the years 1834-36. Scientific analyses of samples from the portraits, undertaken by the Canadian Conservation Institute, were for treatment purposes and to determine the materials and techniques employed by the artist. Remedial and preventive conservation measures applied to the paintings were designed to preserve features both integral and specific to the history and appearance of the portraits.
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