Conservation of HMS Figureheads for the National Museum of the Royal Navy
THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE ROYAL NAVY · Awarded contract
AwardedConservation of HMS Figureheads for the National Museum of the Royal Navy
Awarded 26 Jan 2024
Awarded26 Jan 2024
Value£108,619.00
SupplierORBIS CONSERVATION LIMITED
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryArts & Culture
Ended 1y 5mo ago1y 4mo term
Awarded 26 Jan 2024Expired 29 May 2025
About
The National Museum of the Royal Navy awarded a contract to Orbis Conservation Limited for the conservation of three figureheads from its collection: HMS Queen Charlotte, HMS Seaflower, and HMS Martin.
The work involves scanning, conserving, and painting the figureheads to a stable and displayable standard, following Icon's ethical guidance and principles.
The contract, valued at £108,619, was supported by a successful application to the National Lottery Heritage Fund, with conservation of all three figureheads to be completed by May 2025.
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