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Photographic Prints

Despite their fugitive nature, the life of photographic materials can be prolonged provided that some basic care and attention is given to their preservation. The conservation staff of The Henry Ford offers the following to help individuals care for their objects and collections. The first step in the care of collections is to understand and minimize or eliminate conditions that can cause damage. The second step is to follow basic guidelines for care, handling and

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