The Conservation and Restoration of Ceramics - Softcover

Buys, Susan; Oakley, Victoria

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0750632194 ISBN 13: 9780750632195

Publisher: Routledge, 1996

Synopsis

The Conservation and Restoration of Ceramics brings together the wide range of current information relevant to the practising conservator. The book opens with a discussion of the fundamental nature of the ceramic medium, information which is of primary importance when selecting treatments or considering preventive conservation measures. Details on techniques are given in a series of chapters covering the restoration and conservation processes, but the emphasis is on the basic principles involved in the choice of materials and methods. The nature and properties of materials commonly in use are fully discussed and guidance is given on the facilities and equipment needed. Also covered in the book are old restoration materials and methods, the ethics of ceramics conservation, examination and recording, display treatments and emergency procedures. Now in paperback, this book will be invaluable to practising conservators and readers of conservation as well as of interest to museum curators and collectors.

About this title

About the Author

former Head of Ceramics and Glass Conservation, Victoria and Albert Museum, London,
Head of Ceramics and Glass Conservation, Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Edition details

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 1996
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0750632194
• ISBN 13: 9780750632195
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 254