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Conservation of Easel Paintings, Second Edition provides a much-anticipated update to the previou... more Conservation of Easel Paintings, Second Edition provides a much-anticipated update to the previous edition, which has come to be known internationally as an invaluable and comprehensive text on the history, philosophy and methods of the treatment of easel paintings. Comprising 49 chapters written by more than 90 respected authors from around the world, this volume offers the necessary background knowledge in technical art history, artists' materials, and scientific methods of examination and documentation. Later sections of the book provide information about the varying approaches and methods for treatment and issues of preventive conservation, as well as valuable reflections on storage, shipping, and exhibition. Including exciting developments that have taken place since the last edition was published, the book also covers new techniques of examination, especially MacroXRF scanning and Reflectance Transmission Imagery. Drawing on research presented at recent professional conferences, information about innovative methods for cleaning modern and contemporary paintings and insights into modern oil paints is also included. Incorporating the latest regulations and understanding of health and safety practices and integrating theory with practice throughout, Conservation of Easel Paintings, Second Edition will continue to be an indispensable reference for practising conservators. It will also be an essential resource for students taking conservation courses around the world.

Conservation of Easel Paintings, Second Edition provides a much-anticipated update to the previou... more Conservation of Easel Paintings, Second Edition provides a much-anticipated update to the previous edition, which has come to be known internationally as an invaluable and comprehensive text on the history, philosophy and methods of the treatment of easel paintings. Comprising 49 chapters written by more than 90 respected authors from around the world, this volume offers the necessary background knowledge in technical art history, artists' materials, and scientific methods of examination and documentation. Later sections of the book provide information about the varying approaches and methods for treatment and issues of preventive conservation, as well as valuable reflections on storage, shipping, and exhibition. Including exciting developments that have taken place since the last edition was published, the book also covers new techniques of examination, especially MacroXRF scanning and Reflectance Transmission Imagery. Drawing on research presented at recent professional conferences, information about innovative methods for cleaning modern and contemporary paintings and insights into modern oil paints is also included. Incorporating the latest regulations and understanding of health and safety practices and integrating theory with practice throughout, Conservation of Easel Paintings, Second Edition will continue to be an indispensable reference for practising conservators. It will also be an essential resource for students taking conservation courses around the world.

Información del artículo Restauración y estudio técnico de "La adoración de los pastores... more Información del artículo Restauración y estudio técnico de "La adoración de los pastores de Mengs".

Based on The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection of Italian Renaissance frames, this volu... more Based on The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection of Italian Renaissance frames, this volume presents a fully illustrated survey that traces the Italian frame from its origins in the great Gothic altarpieces.

Apollo the International Magazine of Arts, 1994

Boletín del Museo …, 2001

Información del artículo Restauración y estudio técnico de "La adoración de los pastores de ... more Información del artículo Restauración y estudio técnico de "La adoración de los pastores de Mengs".

Conservation of Easel Paintings, Second Edition provides a much-anticipated update to the previou... more Conservation of Easel Paintings, Second Edition provides a much-anticipated update to the previous edition, which has come to be known internationally as an invaluable and comprehensive text on the history, philosophy and methods of the treatment of easel paintings. Comprising 49 chapters written by more than 90 respected authors from around the world, this volume offers the necessary background knowledge in technical art history, artists' materials, and scientific methods of examination and documentation. Later sections of the book provide information about the varying approaches and methods for treatment and issues of preventive conservation, as well as valuable reflections on storage, shipping, and exhibition. Including exciting developments that have taken place since the last edition was published, the book also covers new techniques of examination, especially MacroXRF scanning and Reflectance Transmission Imagery. Drawing on research presented at recent professional conferences, information about innovative methods for cleaning modern and contemporary paintings and insights into modern oil paints is also included. Incorporating the latest regulations and understanding of health and safety practices and integrating theory with practice throughout, Conservation of Easel Paintings, Second Edition will continue to be an indispensable reference for practising conservators. It will also be an essential resource for students taking conservation courses around the world.

Conservation of Easel Paintings, Second Edition provides a much-anticipated update to the previou... more Conservation of Easel Paintings, Second Edition provides a much-anticipated update to the previous edition, which has come to be known internationally as an invaluable and comprehensive text on the history, philosophy and methods of the treatment of easel paintings. Comprising 49 chapters written by more than 90 respected authors from around the world, this volume offers the necessary background knowledge in technical art history, artists' materials, and scientific methods of examination and documentation. Later sections of the book provide information about the varying approaches and methods for treatment and issues of preventive conservation, as well as valuable reflections on storage, shipping, and exhibition. Including exciting developments that have taken place since the last edition was published, the book also covers new techniques of examination, especially MacroXRF scanning and Reflectance Transmission Imagery. Drawing on research presented at recent professional conferences, information about innovative methods for cleaning modern and contemporary paintings and insights into modern oil paints is also included. Incorporating the latest regulations and understanding of health and safety practices and integrating theory with practice throughout, Conservation of Easel Paintings, Second Edition will continue to be an indispensable reference for practising conservators. It will also be an essential resource for students taking conservation courses around the world.

Información del artículo Restauración y estudio técnico de "La adoración de los pastores... more Información del artículo Restauración y estudio técnico de "La adoración de los pastores de Mengs".

Based on The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection of Italian Renaissance frames, this volu... more Based on The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection of Italian Renaissance frames, this volume presents a fully illustrated survey that traces the Italian frame from its origins in the great Gothic altarpieces.

Apollo the International Magazine of Arts, 1994

Boletín del Museo …, 2001

Información del artículo Restauración y estudio técnico de "La adoración de los pastores de ... more Información del artículo Restauración y estudio técnico de "La adoración de los pastores de Mengs".