Shelburne Museum

The Shelburne Museum will examine and treat 19 paintings in its permanent collection. The examinations will allow the museum to learn more about the painting techniques and practices of important artists represented in the collection. Treatment will include cleaning and thinning or removal of deteriorating, discolored, and distorting varnishes, and consolidation of flaking or tenting paint. These treatments will recover as nearly as possible the artist's original intent for visitors to appreciate and enjoy.