The Modular Cleaning Program (MCP) is both a database system and an approach for the cleaning of artworks. This system has been developed to assist conservators in their approach to cleaning with water-borne systems, solvents, solvent gels, emulsions and microemulsions. While developed from the perspective of paintings conservation, the methodology is universal and applicable to any cleaning environment.
The Modular Cleaning Program synthesizes established theory and materials in conservation practice into an organized schema. The Program is a tool to make complicated chemistry accessible to the experienced conservator, allowing them to focus on the aesthetics of a sensitive cleaning and not be mired in either endless solution preparation nor limited by a narrow set of familiar cleaning solutions.
The Modular Cleaning Program was developed by Chris Stavroudis, Paintings Conservator in Private Practice in Los Angeles with the cooperation and support of Richard C. Wolbers.
The Modular Cleaning Program is offered as both a practical tool and an opportunity to integrate the theoretical and material properties into our daily conservation practice.
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