The Conservation and Restoration of Paintings: An Introduction

by John Clifton

Book Overview

This is a comprehensive guidebook to the fascinating aspects of the conservation and restoration of paintings. It explains clearly what happens in dealing with the confusing and multilayered problems encountered.

The author discusses basic techniques, materials used in both the original paintings and in restoration, chemical formulas, the equipment and methods of handling and storage; he shows how many common pitfalls can be avoided, and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0786473819
• ISBN13: 9780786473816
• Release Date: October 2012
• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Length: 157 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.4" x 8.4"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher