The background paper color is lightened up to a soft cream color. This allows the colors which have always been present, to become or appear, more prevalent. As the lighter background color of the paper brightens up, this gives the transparent or translucent colors the ability to stand out and become more vibrant and lifelike. Furthermore, your eye is not directed towards a previous stain or visual defect which enables you to enjoy each piece, as it was original intended by the artist. Cleaning was started on the right side. .
Photo above shows heavy stains removed.
Only light deacidification is needed. Photo above shows the completed print. Properly conserved and restored. The print shown, is properly conserved and restored to its original beauty. It is the identical print shown above.