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| Vol. 18, No. 3 | Sept. 17, 1998 |
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| Vol. 18, No. 3 | Sept. 17, 1998 |
Through Nov. 1, the University Gallery is presenting the exhibition, "Forgotten Marriage: The Painted Tintype and the Decorative Frame, 1860-1910," and several special programs are being offered in conjunction with it.
On two Saturdays, Oct. 3 and 24, workshops for children, entitled "Family Pictures," will be held from 2-3 p.m. in the gallery. Each will feature stories and art projects for children ages 6 to 10. Seating is limited for these free programs, and preregistration is required by calling 831-8242.
At noon on Tuesday, Oct. 6, Debra Hess Norris, art conservation, will present the program, "Don't Leave Grandma in the Attic: The Preservation of Your Family Photographs." Hess has lectured, instructed and consulted throughout the world on issues pertaining to photographic preservation and conservation treatment.
She will discuss recommendations for the proper environmental controls, handling, storage and display of family photographic collections.
The photographs in "Forgotten Marriage: The Painted Tintype and the Decorative Frame, 1860-1910," highlight the importance of the tintype in the context of American society at the turn of the century. Since the tintype was an inexpensive, easily produced and durable form of photography, it allowed everyone, regardless of social status, to immortalize images.
The frames vary in complexity with numerous types of moldings and carvings, and represent Federal to Modern styles within the 1860-1910 time period. They are displayed chronologically, allowing visitors to examine the various styles as they developed.
The exhibition, which includes more than 100 photographs, is the first of its kind to recognize not only the importance of the painted tintype within American art, but the importance of the photograph and frame as a single work of art.
The University Gallery is located on the second floor of Old College. Hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesdays through Fridays, and from 1-5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. The gallery is closed on Mondays and University holidays.
For more information, call 831-8242; fax 831-8251 or TDD 831-4563. On weekends, call 831-6589 between 1-5 p.m. Visit the University Gallery on line at <http://seurat.art.udel.edu>.
