by April Hann Lanford | Jul 29, 2026 | Conservation, Projects, Restoration
At Artifact, we’re proud to help collectors and film enthusiasts preserve and showcase their most treasured cinematic memorabilia. A recent project involved the treatment and linen backing of a rare Wizard of Oz original movie poster, issued during the 1970s...
by April Hann Lanford | Mar 2, 2026 | Conservation, Projects, Vitrines
At Artifact, our work often brings us face-to-face with rare and unusual objects that reflect the artistry and curiosity of past eras. A recent conservation project involved a Victorian-era taxidermy aviary shadowbox—an elaborate and historically rich example...
by April Hann Lanford | Feb 9, 2026 | Conservation, Custom Framing, Projects
The Prodigal Son Tending the Swine1538 Engraving by Hans Sebald Beham At Artifact, we specialize in museum-quality conservation and the careful preservation of historically significant works on paper. A recent project involved the treatment of a delicate 16th-century...
by April Hann Lanford | Aug 15, 2025 | Conservation, Custom Framing, Uncategorized
This custom framing project highlights a handcrafted Art Deco style frame created specifically to house a 1920s gelatin silver print portrait. The custom frame draws inspiration from the geometric elegance of the Art Deco period while incorporating traditional gilding...
by April Hann Lanford | Jul 21, 2025 | Conservation, Water Damage
At Artifact, we specialize in the conservation of works on paper, helping recover artwork from damage while preserving their historical and artistic value. A recent project involved The Yucca, an etching by Chicago artist Wallace DeWolf, which arrived at our studio...
by April Hann Lanford | Nov 8, 2024 | Conservation, Projects
A cherished still life before treatment. We received this striking still life from 1960 in need of conservation. The artist applied the oil paint to a primed canvas using a paintbrush and pallet knife. The technique created a heavy, textured impasto...