Originally Posted by CompulsiveQuilter
I am a professional picture framer and I definitely agree with framing it - but only go to a pro that has fabric-framing expertise. Call and find out first, go there and get a feel for their apprecitaton for the piece. If they wear cotton gloves when even getting close to touching it, you'll know their attitude about historical art. Definitely UV glass. You'll be spending a pretty penny, but spread over the years of enjoyment, it's worth it.
You are very right. My BIL is also a professional framer in Seattle and handles art museum stuff. Really check out who you're taking it to. Not some craft store counter.