DK Conservators

So fortunate to have been able view some of the paper presented at this year's conference in Lima. The innovative thoughts regarding moving to a more sustainable and eco friendlier way of applying conservation and practices was a real eye opener. This is just the beginning to building a better understanding of our role. One of our Conservators is busy with a program that will give us more insight in how we can use local knowledge to better our skills in working towards a greener future.

Wishing everyone a happy festive season from Keith & team DK Conservators 🍾🎄

Great end of year celebration. James got to be the winner at put put. But Keith Seaford was the winner at the lunch table. Thanks to all the clients for the support through a difficult year.

It must be summer when three of us pitch up with floral shirts.

Well done to the for making the last minutes count.

It was a great honour to have been afforded the oppertunity to be entrusted with the conservation of the very rare japanese binding of three volumes of Sumiyoshi Monogatari. and played a huge roll to make sure the custodian of this work may protect it for generations to come.......

Some detail images show how the book block was first bound with tissue paper cords and secured with wood inserts before bound in the decorative covers with silk cord. The covers are also bulked up with scrap tissue that was used to clean brushes and practice on.

Dear Clients, Associates and Collegues.

The sad news of Dieter succumbing to skin cancer on 29 April 2023 may not have reached you.

Since its establishment in 2013 as a two-person operation, DK Conservators has developed into an accomplished team, all of whom have attained the high standard of competence and skills set by our studio. Specialisation in paper conservation has expanded into creation of customised casing for artwork in all paper mediums. We remain confident in our ability to meet your requirements of the services we provide. Dieter's legacy will continue. We would like to thank the numerous clients, colleagues and associates who have extended condolences. With sincere appreciation of your support, Keith and the DK Conservators Team (Anthony, Lara, Steph, Jamie, Jessye and James)

Thank you to Art Times for this wonderful celebration in the memory of Dieter.

https://arttimes.co.za/dieter-wickert-ludemann-1956-2023/

A Memorial Service will be held for
Dieter on Thursday the 4th of May at
11am.
Lutheran Church, 52 Waterloo Road, Wynberg