Framing Specification Checklist

Studio Standards for Moore Art by Lucy

To the Professional Framer: The enclosed artwork is a fine art acquisition produced to archival museum standards. To ensure the long-term preservation of the media and the integrity of the artist’s vision, please adhere to the following technical specifications.

Handling Instructions: Do not handle the original artwork or print with your bare hands to prevent transfer of oils onto the surface.

  • Please allow to acclimate to the temperature and humidity of the environment for a minimum of 2 hours before framing.

  • Please use cotton gloves

  • Only handle the edges of the panel or print.

1. Substrate Identification

  • Original Studies: Professional Oil on hand-prepared hardwood panel. The support has been isolated on all sides with pH-neutral polymers to prevent Support Induced Discoloration (SID).

  • Signature Editions and Atmospheric Editions: Archival Giclée Pigment Print on 100% Cotton Rag fine art paper.

2. Mounting & Hinges

  • For Panels: Use offset clips or Z-brackets to secure the work into the frame.

    • Constraint: Do not use permanent adhesives, tapes, or pressure-fit methods on the back of the panel.

  • For Signature Editions and Atmospheric Editions: Use archival hinge-mounting with acid-free linen or rice paper tape.

    • Constraint: Do not "dry mount" or use heat-activated adhesives.

3. Matting & Spacing

  • Mat Quality: Use only 100% Cotton Rag or Alpha-Cellulose mats (e.g., Bainbridge Artcare or Crescent RagMat).

  • Liner: Use only a Linen Liner for Original oil panels.

  • Airflow (Critical): If matting or glazing an oil painting, archival spacers must be used.

    • Constraint: There must be a minimum 1/8" air gap between the painted surface and the mat or glass. The mat must never rest directly on the oil film.

4. Glazing Specifications

  • Recommended: Museum Glass® (99% UV protection, <1% reflection).

  • Varnish Note: This work is finished with a conservation-grade, breathable varnish. While it is stable, it remains chemically sensitive. Do not clean the artwork surface with glass cleaner or solvents.

5. Fitting & Sealing

  • Backing: Use an archival, acid-free backing board (e.g., Coroplast or archival foam core) to protect the rear of the work from environmental fluctuations.

  • Dust Cover: Seal the back of the frame with a professional dust cover to prevent debris and insects from entering the assembly.

Artist Contact for Technical Inquiry: Lucy Moore | Moore Art by Lucy lucy@mooreartbylucy.com Detailed conservation notes available upon request.