Great find and many congrats!
Be careful with that silk ribbon. One little pull of the thread, and the woven silk can unravel. I've seen it happen on occasion. It may be best to remove the visible paper but leave the backing alone (where it is adheared).
A conservator should definitely take a look to determine the next step, and whether paper removal is warranted. Either way... a wonderful and unique find!
Last edited by perezfan; 12-02-2013 at 07:16 PM.
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