First-year object treatment in the Garman Art Conservation Department at Buffalo State University. Supervisor: Emily Hamilton.
Ceramic egg cup from breakfast set
Margaret Heymann-Loebenstein
c. 1923 – 1934
Stoneware
2 1/4” x 2 1/16” diameter
Before treatment
After treatment
Exam report
Treatment report
Images
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Progress photos
XRF glaze analysis
X-ray fluorescence was performed to determine the presence of heavy metals in the house-made glazes; such as lead, tin, and uranium.
| Sample | Elements |
|---|---|
| Orange glaze | Ca, Zn, Pb, Fe, Ti, Cr, Sr, Sn |
| Cream glaze | Zn, Pb, Fe, Ca, Si, U, Ti, Cr |
| Body | Ca, Zn, Pb, Fe, Ti, Cr, Cu, Bi, Sr, Sn |