Good Afternoon,
I was forwarded an email from a patron regarding a large stained glass window (creation date 1957) that is on permanent display in our galleries. They are concerned with the possiblity of lead exposure to children with this piece, as it is 115.5" in height, children can easily touch this piece as they walk by. This patron being an Industrial Hygenist is aware of certain risks and statistics pertaining to lead exposure for children and are recommending that we cover the piece in polycarbonate.
Is this a common protocol, covering lead in polycarbonate? Does anyone have experience dealing with similar lead issues within a collection? Any information or suggestions would be welcome.
Thank you,
Heather
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Heather Jackson
Collections Manager
Flint Institute of Arts
Flint
United States
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