What is being mounted: is it paper, vellum, textile, a photograph?
• The media: a print, a watercolour, a pastel, pencil drawing, whether it has seals affixed or attached by cords or tapes • Whether it is double sided or single sided • The condition of the item being mounted However the principles of mounting and framing are common for all items. A mount should provide a supportive, secure and stable environment for the storage and display of the item. Generally mounts are made up of the following: • For the best protection of your item, conservation or Museum quality acid-free mounting materials should be used. • A back mount to support the item and to isolate the back of the item from framing materials. The method of attachment of the item to the back mount varies but items are usually hinged and should not be stuck down to the back mount. For most single sided paper items the item is attached by Japanese paper hinges and starch paste. • A front mount that has an aperture or window that frames the item. This window performs the important function of
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