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William L. Clements Library909 South University Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1190
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Discover Series: Beyond the Lens
Hidden Features of 19th century Ambrotypes
This presentation centers on the conservation of the Clements Library's cased ambrotypes (photographs on glass) taken by David H. Spencer, a photographer in Hudson, Michigan from 1857-1879. This project afforded a unique chance to observe the layers inside ambrotype cases. This presentation will examine the various techniques we found, while also providing background information on Spencer and his photographic career. Clements Library Conservator Julie Fremuth and Graphics Cataloger Louie Miller will lead this discussion.
