Extended Condition

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According to the report by a conservation accredited professional who specialises in paper-based works "The dust seals are failing and are stained with rust from the pins holding the artwork in place.  The hangings have failed.  The glass is old and is marked by bat urine and faeces.

Within the frame the artwork is executed on good quality paper.  The paper is cockled and where it is in contact with the support board it has discoloured.  Dead thrips are visible within the frame and the paper has been attacked by silverfish.  The silverfish have eaten the surface of the paper in places.  Fortunately they have not badly affected the picture or the writing.  The magenta in the print has faded due to exposure to light.  The print is not evenly adhered and so disfiguring wrinkles are present.  Some damage has also occurred to the print at some date when unglazed.*

As a result of this survey a preliminary application for a grant to support the conservation of this memorial has been submitted to the War Memorials Trust.

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What is the condition of the surrounding area?

What is the condition of the inscriptions and names?

What is the condition of the timber?

If the timber is in Fair, Poor or Very bad condition please highlight the areas of concern:

What is the condition of the glass?

Is the memorial accessible to the public?

Has the memorial been subject to any accidental or malicious damage in the last five years?

Do you think the site is at significant risk of accidental or malicious damage in the next 2 years?

Are there any known planning applications or issues related to this memorial?

Original WWI Memorial