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About Whitten & Proctor Fine Art Conservation

Whitten & Proctor Fine Art Conservation is a Houston-based practice founded by Jill Whitten and Robert Proctor, distinguished painting conservators with decades of combined experience dedicated to the preservation and restoration of fine art. Both are graduates of the esteemed art conservation program at Buffalo State College and have built careers marked by collaborations with prestigious institutions, including the Art Institute of Chicago, the J. Paul Getty Museum, the National Gallery of Art, and the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. Jill Whitten, in private practice since 1999, is recognized for her expertise in 20th-century paintings and her developmental work on retouching materials, sharing her knowledge through lectures and workshops in the U.S. and Europe. Robert Proctor, serving clients since 1994, is a specialist in the intricate reweaving of tears and has lectured internationally on varnishes. Their collective experience includes teaching at Buffalo State College and joint projects, such as their work on the Frederic Remington Collection at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. Whitten & Proctor offers a comprehensive suite of services for individuals, institutions, museums, libraries, and corporations. These include meticulous treatment for the restoration and preservation of paintings, in-depth technical analysis, thorough collection surveys, and expert consultation on storage, exhibition, and disaster remediation. They also provide examination services for loans or purchases and continue to contribute to the field through lectures and teaching. Their practice combines deep art historical knowledge with advanced scientific methodology to ensure the highest standard of care for every piece they undertake.

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