Proper handling and care will help protect the value and extend the life of your artwork. The artwork is delicate. Do not place the artwork face down on any object or surface and avoid placing objects on top of the artwork while it is resting or in storage. Keep handling to a minimum during the hanging process and hold only from two sides at once (never hold the artwork from one side alone). Protect both sides of the artwork while shipping or in storage and ensure that no materials rub against the surface of the artwork. Repeated exposure to extreme and/or sudden changes in humidity or temperature can have an adverse effect on the longevity of your artwork. Keep artwork away from heat sources, such as fireplaces or radiators, and the bleaching and drying effects of direct sunlight. Sunlight can cause fading. In humid climates, mold may pose a secondary threat. In this case, regulate indoor humidity. Hang artwork in a low traffic area to reduce the risk of physical damage by passers-by and at an elevation that keeps it out of the reach of young children. Do not clean or treat the artwork with any chemical and do not wash or rub the surface of the artwork with water, damp cloths or solvents.
