Our Specialties

At Blache Art Conservation Group (BACG), we provide an extensive range of conservation services. Our team specializes in structural repairs for paintings, including the treatment of small punctures, tears, and surface abrasions. We are also experienced in reversing wax linings and re-lining paintings to stabilize works suffering from severe craquelure and instability. Our team combines technical expertise with ethical standards and a deep understanding of materials, art history, and preservation science. Each treatment is carefully tailored to the specific needs of the artwork and the goals of the client.

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  • Blache Art Conservation Group provides expert consultation services for collectors, curators, and institutions, including:

    • Public and private lectures on conservation practices and ethics

    • CAP (Collections Assessment for Preservation) services

    • Consultations for artwork loans and exhibition planning

    • Pre-purchase condition assessments for collectors and advisors

    Our team offers informed guidance to support decision-making around conservation, acquisition, exhibition, and long-term care.

  • We provide comprehensive care strategies for both private and institutional collections, including:

    • Detailed condition reporting for acquisitions, loans, exhibitions, and insurance purposes

    • Environmental surveys (light, humidity and moisture, dust, temperature)

    • Mold and insect inspections

    • Maintenance and long-term preservation planning

    • Development and management of digital collections databases

    • Liaison services with fine art handlers, logistics providers, and storage facilities

    • Consultation with insurance companies and legal professionals

    Our goal is to help clients maintain the integrity, safety, and longevity of their collections through preventive conservation and expert planning.

  • We perform a full scope of conservation treatments for Modern, Post-War, and Contemporary artworks, including:

    • Tear repair

    • Reintegration of damaged or lost areas

    • Surface stabilization, reshaping, and flattening

    • Surface cleaning and varnish removal

    • Rehabilitation post-mold and pest damage

    • Treatment and stabilization of panel and canvas supports

    • Refurbishment or replacement of structural supports

    • Lining care: striping, reversals, and securing loose lining

    • De-installation and safe rolling of oversized works for transport or storage

    Our conservation protocols are guided by the latest research in conservation science, and we often consult with living artists or estates to ensure treatments remain true to the original intent.

  • We offer specialized services to prepare for and respond to natural disasters and emergency events:

    • Consultation for emergency preparedness and risk mitigation

    • Supervision and coordination of artwork relocation to safe storage

    • Pre-event condition documentation for insurance and planning

    • Post-event assessments for insurance claims and loss adjusters

    These services are particularly valuable in regions vulnerable to extreme weather events or other environmental risks.

  • In the aftermath of emergencies such as floods, fires, or hurricanes, our team offers:

    • Rapid-response, on-site conservation for compromised artworks

    • Safe extraction and stabilization of works from disaster sites

    • Emergency treatment protocols to prevent further deterioration

    These time-sensitive services help mitigate loss and protect irreplaceable works of art during crisis situations.

  • Our conservators regularly provide on-site treatments and assessments, particularly for clients exhibiting at major art fairs, including:

    • Condition reporting for acquisitions, loans, exhibitions, and insurance

    • Preventive treatments and assessments on-site or in transit

    • Services provided at Art Fairs across the globe.

    Whether on-site at an exhibition or at a client’s location, our team is equipped to deliver museum-quality care wherever it's needed.

  • We manage complex, large-scale conservation projects for both public and private clients, offering:

    • Oversight of multi-object and multi-material conservation campaigns

    • Coordination of teams across multiple conservation specialties

    • Development of long-term care and treatment strategies for full collections

    With decades of combined experience, our team ensures that even the most complex projects are executed with precision, care, and clear communication.