A Closer Look: Conservation of Paintings

by David Bomford

Book Overview

A Closer Look is the new series title for the updated and refreshed National Gallery Pocket Guide range. The series has been enhanced with a stronger format, attractive design, new photography, and additional information.

The philosophy of modern conservation is different from that of previous eras: the emphasis now is on long-term stabilization by methods that alter the structure of a painting as little as possible. Nevertheless,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1857094417
• ISBN13: 9781857094411
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: National Gallery London
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.2" x 8.4"