The Organic Chemistry of Museum Objects makes available in a single volume, a survey of the chemical composition, properties and analysis of the whole range of organic materials incorporated into objects and artworks found in museum collections.
The Organic Chemistry of Museum Objects makes available in a single volume, a survey of the chemical composition, properties and analysis of the whole...
X-radiography of textile objects reveals hidden features as well as unexpected components and materials. This non-destructive technique throws light on construction, manufacturing techniques, use, wear, repair, patterns of decay and dating. X-radiography improves artefact documentation and interpretation as well as guiding conservation approaches by enhancing understanding.This book explores techniques for X-raying textiles. It describes approaches to image interpretation and explains how, through digitisation and digital image manipulation, maximum information can be realised. Case studies...
X-radiography of textile objects reveals hidden features as well as unexpected components and materials. This non-destructive technique throws light o...
