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The Old Outboard Book
ISBN: 9780071383097 / Angielski / Miękka / 320 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. "Incredible amount of detail about all those kickers from the past, including an appendix with comprehensive model-year information." "This book is the one to buy if you are interested in collecting antique outboard motors." "Incredible amount of detail about all those kickers from the past, including an appendix with comprehensive model-year information." |
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144,91 |
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Restoring Grandfather Clocks
ISBN: 9780719802706 / Angielski / Twarda / 224 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The grandfather clock first appeared in the late seventeenth century. Virtually none of these clocks is beyond repair, and often the work required is within the scope of inexperienced owners. This is the first full-length book to cover repair and restoration of these attractive and often valuable antiques, including their casework. The first part outlines how to clean and service the clock "works," and also how to refurbish the dial, while in the second part restoration or casework, both structural repairs and finishing, is considered. Armed with this book and appropriate tools, the owner of...
The grandfather clock first appeared in the late seventeenth century. Virtually none of these clocks is beyond repair, and often the work required is ...
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137,14 |
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Risk Assessment for Object Conservation
ISBN: 9780750628532 / Angielski / Miękka / 376 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. 'Risk Assessment for Object Conservation' reflects Dr Jonathan Ashley-Smith's personal interests and views in areas including materials science, the ethics of restoration, the costs of conservation and the philosophy of museums. This valuable book explains the mechanisms of deterioration of museum artifacts, quantifying the probability that damage will occur and estimating the rate of progress when it does. The principles outlined and the information provided will form a foundation for cost-benefit analysis of conservation proposals. Dr Ashley-Smith also gives comprehensive explanations of...
'Risk Assessment for Object Conservation' reflects Dr Jonathan Ashley-Smith's personal interests and views in areas including materials science, the e...
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620,95 |
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Conservation of Leather and Related Materials
ISBN: 9780750648813 / Angielski / Twarda / 362 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Covers the aspects of Skin and Leather preservation, from Cuir Bouillie to Bookbindings. This title offers discussion of the technical and chemical elements necessary in conservation, including Fish and Reptiles, Taxidermy and Furs. It is useful for conservators, curators and collectors.
Covers the aspects of Skin and Leather preservation, from Cuir Bouillie to Bookbindings. This title offers discussion of the technical and chemical el...
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769,98 |
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Conservation of Plastics
ISBN: 9780750664950 / Angielski / Twarda / 286 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Plastic objects are included more than ever in museums and galleries collections these days, but these items can start to deteriorate when they a just a few years old. In this book Yvonne Shashoua provides the essential knowledge needed to keep plastic pieces in the best possible condition so that they can continue to be enjoyed for many years. The historical development of plastics, as well as the technology, their physical and chemical properties, identification, degradation and conservation are all clearly and concisely covered within this single volume, making it an invaluable reference...
Plastic objects are included more than ever in museums and galleries collections these days, but these items can start to deteriorate when they a just...
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769,98 |
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Architectural Tiles: Conservation and Restoration
ISBN: 9780415840583 / Angielski / Twarda / 246 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This new edition of Architectural Tiles: Conservation and Restoration continues to inform and educate on appropriate means towards the preservation of this valuable heritage. It not only contains new and up to date information on materials, practical methods, and historical research but also reflects changes in the attitudes, outlook and perceptions within the wider conservation, architectural heritage and construction communities which give a new dimension to the conservation and restoration techniques described in the previous edition. The growing interest in the preservation of post war...
This new edition of Architectural Tiles: Conservation and Restoration continues to inform and educate on appropriate means towards the preservation of...
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769,98 |
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Oil Lamps A Guide To Their Care And Operation
ISBN: 9781495995682 / Angielski / Miękka / 74 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Anyone Who Owns An Oil Lamp Should Read This Book. Oil Lamps A Guide To Their Care And Operation is a small book HUGE in essential information. Instantly learn these important must do precautions about oil lamps. The 1 crucial rule to avoid a calamitous explosion 6 essential steps to light your oil lamp safely. How to safely site your lamp. 3 actions never to do when cleaning your antique oil lamp. Would you like to learn more? Get started right away and learn the 7 important and essential steps to perform after installing a new wick in your Aladdin lamp. Plus much more because safety when...
Anyone Who Owns An Oil Lamp Should Read This Book. Oil Lamps A Guide To Their Care And Operation is a small book HUGE in essential information. Instan...
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60,57 |
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Science and Art: The Painted Surface
ISBN: 9781849738187 / Angielski / Twarda / 644 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Science and art are increasingly interconnected in the activities of the study and conservation of works of art. Science plays a key role in cultural heritage, from developing new analytical techniques for studying the art, to investigating new ways of preserving the materials for the future. For example, high resolution multispectral examination of paintings allows art historians to view underdrawings barely visible before, while the use of non-invasive and micro-sampling analytical techniques allow scientists to identify pigments and binders that help art conservators in their work. It... Science and art are increasingly interconnected in the activities of the study and conservation of works of art. Science plays a key role in cultur... |
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248,33 |
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An Inherent Obsession for Collecting
ISBN: 9781491880142 / Angielski / Miękka / 180 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Harry retired from business in 1990. He joined the Vintage and Veteran Club (VVC) in 1969, serving on the committee for 10 years and was Chairman for 3 years. Honorary Life Membership of the VVC was bestowed upon Harry in 1996. He is still the current Club Dating Officer, a position held for the past 29 years. He also held the position of Vehicle Dating Chairman for the South African Veteran & Vintage Association (SAVVA) for 14 years.
Harry retired from business in 1990. He joined the Vintage and Veteran Club (VVC) in 1969, serving on the committee for 10 years and was Chairman for ...
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241,75 |
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Wissenswertes über Füllfederhalter: Geschichte, Werdegang, Beweggründe, Technik, Pflege, Reparatur
ISBN: 9783734742385 / Niemiecki / Miękka / 282 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Erfindungen kamen und gingen. Der Fullhalter jedoch uberdauert bereits Generationen. Auf eine leicht verstandliche, kurzweilige und unterhaltsame Art nimmt dieses Buch Sie mit auf eine Reise durch die Entstehungsgeschichte des Fullers. Wer zu ihm greift, will Freude und keinen Schreibtischtyrannen. Daher beleuchtet das Buch detailliert Funktionsweisen, klart Storungsursachen und halt fur Fullerfans jede Menge Tipps zur angemessenen Handhabung und Pflege parat. Schritt fur Schritt zeigen unkomplizierte Leitfaden, wie Sie einfache Reparaturen selbst erledigen konnen. Warum man ausgerechnet...
Erfindungen kamen und gingen. Der Fullhalter jedoch uberdauert bereits Generationen. Auf eine leicht verstandliche, kurzweilige und unterhaltsame Art ...
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135,29 |
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The History of Gauged Brickwork: Conservation, Repair and Modern Application
ISBN: 9781138924895 / Angielski / Miękka / 480 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book takes a look at the history and use of cut, rubbed and gauged brickwork, as well as the use of tools and equipment and the differences between historic and contemporary bricks with a view to inform conservation and restoration decisions.
This book takes a look at the history and use of cut, rubbed and gauged brickwork, as well as the use of tools and equipment and the differences betwe...
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263,24 |
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Never Enough: Confessions of a Capricious Collector
ISBN: 9781491772874 / Angielski / Miękka / 198 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. From a basic Boy Scout knife and other simple pocketknives to rare Persian rugs, and from a strong interest in historic American clay jugs to fine Asian jade pieces, author Dr. John E. Burke has collected it all. In Never Enough, he describes his life journey through collecting, and at the same time explores why man is a collecting species. This memoir offers a look inside the mind of a passionate, knowledgeable collector as he discusses his progression from a curious neophyte to a proficient, expert collector in each of his eight domains. Burke walks through the stages of... From a basic Boy Scout knife and other simple pocketknives to rare Persian rugs, and from a strong interest in historic American clay jugs to fine ... |
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66,38 |
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Fragments of the World: Uses of Museum Collections: Uses of Museum Collections
ISBN: 9781138137486 / Angielski / Twarda / 208 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. During the past decade a number of individual museums have found imaginative ways of using their collections and of making them accessible. However, museum collections as a whole are enormous in size and quantity and the question of how can they can be put to best use is ever present. When conventional exhibitions can only ever utilise a tiny proportion of them, what other uses of the collections are possible? Will their exploitation and use now destroy their value for future generations? Should they simply be kept safely and as economically as possible as a resource for the future?Fragments...
During the past decade a number of individual museums have found imaginative ways of using their collections and of making them accessible. However, m...
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769,98 |
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Managing World Heritage Sites
ISBN: 9781138137493 / Angielski / Twarda / 320 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. World Heritage Sites are some of the most recognised locations around the world. They include natural sites such as the Grand Canyon and the Great Barrier and cultural ones such as the Pyramids at Giza, the Walled City of Baku in Azerbaijan and the Historic Centre of Riga in Latvia. The responsibility to manage them successfully and ensure that the resources are not damaged by visitors, war or environment is therefore vital. Managing World Heritage Sites covers the management issues encountered at cultural and natural UNESCO World Heritage Sites). WHS sites are high profile and as their...
World Heritage Sites are some of the most recognised locations around the world. They include natural sites such as the Grand Canyon and the Great Bar...
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869,33 |
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Organic Chemistry of Museum Objects
ISBN: 9781138132450 / Angielski / Twarda / 222 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. '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 authors cover the fundamental chemistry of the bulk materials such as wood, paper, natural fibres and skin products, as well as that of the relatively minor components incorporated as paint, media, varnishes, adhesives and dyes. This expanded second edition, now in paperback, follows the structure of the first, though it has been extensively...
'The Organic Chemistry of Museum Objects' makes available in a single volume, a survey of the chemical composition, properties and analysis of the who...
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1217,06 |
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The Care and Repair of Antique Furniture
ISBN: 9781516899081 / Angielski / Miękka / 198 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A must have addition to the library of any professional or amateur restorer and conservator. Indeed a book that will be of assistance to anyone with an interest in antique furniture. After a brief history of furniture development it explains in easy to understand and practical terms the techniques required to repair and restore a variety of furniture types. Topics covered include: Dismantling and re-assembling furniture, repairing joints, splicing, colouring, polishing, veneering, marquetry and much more. Written by a restorer with a lifetime of experience working for both museums and private...
A must have addition to the library of any professional or amateur restorer and conservator. Indeed a book that will be of assistance to anyone with a...
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65,10 |
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Contemporary Theory of Conservation
ISBN: 9781138130241 / Angielski / Twarda / 256 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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769,98 |
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A Practical Guide to Costume Mounting
ISBN: 9781138132146 / Angielski / Twarda / 274 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The effective preparation of garments for display is essential for exhibitions of contemporary and historical dress. Costumes not only need to be visually appealing but also fully supported and historically accurate. This book provides a comprehensive guide to mounting costumes from the eighteenth century to the present day. It includes methods for adapting and shaping figures to create historical silhouettes, constructing underpinnings and making replicas and toiles using inexpensive and simple techniques. A Practical Guide to Costume Mounting is an invaluable resource for conservators,...
The effective preparation of garments for display is essential for exhibitions of contemporary and historical dress. Costumes not only need to be visu...
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745,13 |
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History of the Restoration and Conservation of Works of Art
ISBN: 9781138139268 / Angielski / Twarda / 464 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. At times controversial and uncompromising, always intellectually honest, Alessandro Conti's book is - astonishingly - the only attempt to comprehensively chart in time, the changing impact of man's desire to preserve for future generations the materials, meaning and appearances of works of art. Remarkable in its meticulous research of source material and breadth of scope, History of the Restoration and Conservation of Works of Arts, translated by Helen Glanville, charts the practices and underlying philosophies of conservation and 'restored' works of art from the Middle Ages to the end of the...
At times controversial and uncompromising, always intellectually honest, Alessandro Conti's book is - astonishingly - the only attempt to comprehensiv...
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769,98 |
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Conservation of Building and Decorative Stone
ISBN: 9781138142749 / Angielski / Twarda / 466 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. One of the problems which beset the practical conservation of stone buildings is the fragmentation of the disciplines involved. This book, with both volumes now available as one invaluable paperback, brings these disciplines together by the involvement of contributors with different experiences and approaches to the same material. Part one is an introduction to the complexities and background history of stone conservation followed by the most comprehensive description yet produced of the building and decorative stones used in the British Isles.In part two, practitioners involved in stone...
One of the problems which beset the practical conservation of stone buildings is the fragmentation of the disciplines involved. This book, with both v...
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720,30 |
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