Tampa art conservation for public and private collections
Services
Assessment, prevention, and ongoing monitoring for public art, private collections, and historic preservation.
Conservation
Emergency and disaster response to treat, restore, and prevent damage from fire, smoke, water, and mold.
Restoration & Recovery
Consultation, cataloging, and ongoing maintenance to better prepare your collection for long-term care.
Collection Management
Expert care for works on canvas, paper, textiles, metal, glass, ceramics and more.
Paintings on canvas and wood
Ancient and contemporary textiles
Metal objects and sculpture
Carved and wooden sculpture
Furniture and decorative arts
Modern and archaeological glass
About
Rachel Coderre, MSc, offers Tampa art conservation with an extensive background caring for both public and private collections. With a Master of Science in Conservation and Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture, her academic and professional background highlights a deep understanding of materiality in art and object conservation.
FAQ
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Art conservators and restorers both work to care for artworks, but their training and approaches differ.
Conservators have specialized education in both the science and ethics of preservation, which allows them to not only restore artwork aesthetically but also ensure long-term stability using research-based methods.
This distinction ensures that conservation treatments prioritize both the artwork’s appearance and its historical and material integrity.
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Yes, we offer on-site assessments. Onsite conservation treatments can become necessary for large objects, outdoor sculptures, or when transportation may present difficulty.
However, most conservation treatments are performed in a controlled studio environment to ensure the best conditions for preservation.
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The cost of conservation depends on several factors, including the type and condition of the artwork, the complexity of the treatment, and the materials required. A detailed assessment is conducted first, which provides an itemized cost estimate.
Minor treatments may be more affordable, while extensive conservation/restoration may become costly.
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The timeframe for conservation varies depending on the condition of the artwork and the complexity of the treatment.
Some minor treatments may take a few days, while more complex conservation can take weeks or even months. A projected timeline is provided after an initial assessment.