Rabbit skin glue in coarse powder form creates a strong bond between gold leaf and gesso layers. To prepare an effective mixture of rabbit skin glue, follow these instructions:
- Add 100 grams of rabbit skin glue to 1 liter of water and let it soak overnight.
- place the mixture in a double boiler the next day and heat it slowly until all the particles are dissolved.
- Be careful not to overheat; the ideal temperature is around 50 degrees Celsius.
- Once all air bubbles have disappeared and the mixture cools down, it will be ready to use.
After usage, store any leftover mixture in the refrigerator to prolong its shelf life, but do not use it after seven days.
For bone glue, mix and stir it in cold water to allow it to macerate. After about 1-2 hours of complete maceration, dissolve the glue in a water bath at approximately 60 degrees Celsius.
We also offer rabbit skin glue in a liquid form that is ready to use.
About Rabbit Skin Glue:
Rabbit Skin Glue is produced from shreds of rabbit skin, which are residues from the production of rabbit skins. It is more elastic than other skin glues but has less adhesive strength. This is not a disadvantage for priming and gilding techniques.