Table 2 Preliminary exhibition recommendations for several materials of NMAH’s Ruby Slippers
From: Materials characterization of the Ruby Slippers from the 1939 classic film, The Wizard of Oz
Material | Temperature, °F | Relative humidity, % | Light, lux/foot-candles |
|---|---|---|---|
Gelatin (sequin core) | 50°–65° | 35–50a | 50–100/5–10 |
Cellulose nitrate (sequin coating) | 40°–50° (or cooler than room temp) | 40–50 | 50/5 |
Glass (beads and stones) | – | 40–60 | 200/20 |
Paint (sole) | 50°–75° | 40–60 | 50–150/5–15b |
Leather (heel) | 65°–70°c | 45–50 | 50/5 |
Silk, dyed synthetic (thread, fabric) | 65°–75°c | 45–60 | 50/5 |
Cotton, dyed synthetic (thread) | 65°–75°c | 45–60 | 50/5 |