Kurt, I would certainly go along with Deborah Trupin's suggestion in the matter. There are a number of things to avoid in mounting an artwork (or document) on paper so that you can see both sides: first, you should not put too much stress on the mounting points, or you risk tearing the paper; second, avoid the idea of pressing the object between sheets of acrylic or glass, or the image or design materials may adhere to the glazing; third, if you make this sort of installation decision without the help of a conservator, you may discover various other problems you might have avoided.
I have always worked with collections, managing and exhibiting, and also developing conservation plans, working with conservators as to how best to protect the art and artifacts. It may not be the only way, but worked well for the museums where I worked.
Best of luck with your installation,
Bruce
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Bruce MacLeish
Curator Emeritus
Newport Restoration Foundation
Newport RI
Original Message:
Sent: 12-07-2015 12:38 PM
From: Katey Brown
Subject: Displaying a paper object so both sides can be seen
Are you planning on displaying this for a lengthy amount of time or for a specific event?
I have used both glass and plexi - but tend to like plexi better - and hung it.
What is the size?
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Katey Brown
Director, North America
Dearborn MI