Gotthard Graubner – Small cushion painting

Artist Gotthard Graubner
Technique dyed cotton cloth filled with foam and padding, mounted on wooden board
Dimensions 14,5 × 20 cm
Title small cushion painting
Datierung 1963

Before treatment Due to the degradation of the filling material deformations occured. The filling material was replaced and the original form restored.

The degraded foam was replaced by a new age resistant material to restore the original shape.
After opening the backside the degraded foam layer becomes visible.
 
Condition before treatment: The degradation of the foam has altered the appearance of the piece considerably. The originally tight surface is collapsed and deformed.