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A Practical Guide To The Conservation And Care Of Collections

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Author : David Gilroy
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1998

A Practical Guide To The Conservation And Care Of Collections written by David Gilroy and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with Art categories.

This book presents essential knowledge to enable the reader to preserve our heritage. Chapters cover the treatment for leather, textiles, ivory and bones, wood, paper and books, photos, paintings, ceramics, glass, stone, metals, wet material and modern organic materials. It is user-friendly and acts as a guide through some of the more technical details. Excellent colour plates.

Collections Conservation

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Author : Association of Research Libraries
language : en
Publisher: Association of Research Libr
Release Date : 1993

Collections Conservation written by Association of Research Libraries and has been published by Association of Research Libr this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.

Collections conservation is an approach to the preservation treatment of books and book-like materials that is conceptualized and organized in terms of large groups of materials. This guide is intended to enable a library to evaluate its current collections conservation activities. The introduction describes collections conservation and gives program development guidance. A selection of the following readings from the published literature provides an overview of programs and information on standardized repair procedures: (1) "A Manual of Step-by-Step Procedures for the Maintenance and Repair of Library Materials: Second Edition" (Carolyn C. Morrow and Carole Dyal); (2) "Tip-Ins and Pockets" (Jane Greenfield); (3) "A Simple Workstation for the Conservation of Library Materials" (Illinois Cooperative Conservation Program); (4) "Preservation Enclosures" (Hedi Kyle); (5) "Understanding Treatment Options,""Tightening the Hinges of a Case-Bound Book,""Double Tray Box" and "Appendix 1: Decision-Making Checklist for Book Repair" (Carolyn C. Morrow and Carole Dyal); (6) "Repairing Paper Artifacts" and "Surface Cleaning Paper" (Sherelyn Ogden); (7) "Polyester Encapsulation" (Mary L. Rizenthaler); (8) "Harvard University Widener Library Conservation Services: Institutional Profile" (Nancy Schrock and David Moore); and (9) "The Book Repair Program at Brigham Young University: An Institutional Profile" (Randy Silverman). An annotated bibliography of 14 selected readings is included. (SLD)

Care And Conservation Of Natural History Collections

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Author : David James Carter
language : en
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
Release Date : 1999

Care And Conservation Of Natural History Collections written by David James Carter and has been published by Butterworth-Heinemann this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999 with Antiques & Collectibles categories.

This book covers the physical care of botanical and zoological collections for scientific teaching and display purposes with emphasis on preservation for scientific value. A manual for curators and collections managers containing practical guidance, recommendations and advice across the whole field of natural history curation (excluding palaeontology). A wide range of international experts with hands-on experience of collections have been chosen to contribute chapters on the care and conservation of both dried and fluid-preserved collections of plant material, vertebrates and invertebrates. The emphasis is on remedial conservation, ie the employment of best practice to prevent or arrest the long-term deterioration of specimens to preserve their scientific and cultural worth. Special chapters will cover the fields of genetic material, pest control, the museum environment - policies and procedures, with appendices on such topics as documentation and disaster planning. *Practical manual containing guidance, recommendations and advice for natural history curation and conservation *Clearly presented, well illustrated, including colour photographs and extensive references *Multi-contributor work by the best in their respective fields

Caring For Collections

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Author : Susan Corr
language : en
Publisher: Heritage
Release Date : 2000

Caring For Collections written by Susan Corr and has been published by Heritage this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Museum conservation methods categories.

Managing Conservation In Museums

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Author : Suzanne Keene
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2002

Managing Conservation In Museums written by Suzanne Keene and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002 with Antiques & Collectibles categories.

Explaining and critically reviewing management procedures such as performance indicators and strategic planning, this book shows how techniques from mainstream management can be used to facilitate a holistic and professional approach to the business of conservation and collection preservation. It offers practical guidance on strategy, quantitative planning and condition surveying, and presents many solutions to the challenges faced by museum staff and conservation specialists. This new edition takes into account changes such as the arrival of the Heritage Lottery Fund, policies for access and the growing convergence of museums, libraries and archives. It also highlights the advent of digital collections and the use of information and communications technology.

Collection Care

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Author : Brent Powell
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Release Date : 2015-10-27

Collection Care written by Brent Powell and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-10-27 with Business & Economics categories.

Collection Care: An Illustrated Handbook for the Care and Handling of Cultural Objects provides a solid overview of basic collection care procedures and policies. The topics covered address the decision making criteria and risk assessment solutions involved in the best practices for handling art and artifacts. Technical subjects will cover proven techniques, materials, equipment and address problem solving assessment and current solutions. The comprehensive overview of staff responsibilities, relationships, and training will bring the book to a conclusion of addressing the unison of all professionals responsible for proper handling and caring for collections. Highlights include: This book provides both visual and narrative descriptions of current best practices for caring for collection objects. Emphasis is placed on risk assessment in the decision-making process with proven, accepted technical methods and materials. Detailed coverage of technical methods and methodologies for principles of proper handling, transport, and storage or two and three dimensional objects.Chapters will cover the institutional structure for managing, hiring, training both full and part time staff responsible for safely handling and caring of collection objects.100 photographs, figures, and charts provide overall directions for collection care, preventive maintenance, and proper handling of objects.

Procedures And Conservation Standards For Museum Collections In Transit And On Exhibition

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Author : Nathan Stolow
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1981

Procedures And Conservation Standards For Museum Collections In Transit And On Exhibition written by Nathan Stolow and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1981 with Art categories.

A Guide To The Preventive Conservation Of Photograph Collections

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Author : Bertrand Lavédrine
language : en
Publisher: Getty Publications
Release Date : 2003

A Guide To The Preventive Conservation Of Photograph Collections written by Bertrand Lavédrine and has been published by Getty Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Art categories.

A resource for the photographic conservator, conservation scientist, curator, as well as professional collector, this volume synthesizes both the masses of research that has been completed to date and the international standards that have been established on the subject.

Organizing Preservation Activities

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Author : Association of Research Libraries
language : en
Publisher: Association of Research Libr
Release Date : 1993

Organizing Preservation Activities written by Association of Research Libraries and has been published by Association of Research Libr this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.

This resource guide considers issues in the staffing and organization of preservation activities. It provides guidance in implementing a systematic preservation program and evaluates the structures of various types of preservation programs. The following articles complement the discussion of program models and implementation: (1) "Preservation Program Models: A Study Project and Report" (Jan Merrill-Oldham, Carolyn C. Morrow, and Mark Roosa); (2) "The Politics and Management of Preservation Planning" (Karl G. Schmude); (3) "A Cost Model for Preservation: The Columbia University Libraries' Approach" (Carolyn Harris, Carol Mandel, and Robert Wolven); (4) "Staffing the Preservation Program" (Carolyn C. Morrow); (5) "Staffing Preservation-Related Activities in Libraries: A Checklist" (Michele Cloonan); (6) "Preservation Librarians" (Association of Research Libraries); (7) "ARL Preservation Statistics 1990-91" (Jutta Reed-Scott and Nicola Daval); (8) "Preservation Committee Charge" (Dartmouth College); (9) "Preservation Committee Charge" (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill); (10) organization charts for eight major university libraries; (11) "NEH/ARL Preservation Planning Program Final Report" (University of Colorado at Boulder); (12) "Preservation Planning Project Study Team: Final Report" (Duke University); and (13) "A Preservation Program for Oklahoma State University Library" (Oklahoma State University). An annotated list of selected reading presents 11 additional sources. (SLD)

Preserve Protect And Defend

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Author : Barbara Appelbaum
language : en
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release Date : 2018-05-10

Preserve Protect And Defend written by Barbara Appelbaum and has been published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-05-10 with categories.

Preserve, Protect, and Defend: A Practical Guide to the Care of Collections is an essential text for museum professionals, volunteers and consultants across a wide range of responsibilities: curators, registrars, collections managers, archivists, museum administrators, museum educators, conservators, art historians, operations staff, designers, engineers, architects, building contractors, suppliers, security specialists, and pest control experts. The topics are wide ranging: conservation assessments; practical advice for examining collections and buildings to uncover collection safety issues; routine collection safety practices; preparing for the unexpected, including wind and water penetration, fire and smoke, and infestations; and controlling the museum environment including temperature and relative humidity, light and lighting, and air quality. The book also offers an inside look into the world of museums and the people who work in them. Written in the accessible-and sometimes irreverent-style that the author is famous for, this book is a must-have for everyone who cares for collections and the buildings that house them-museums of all sizes, archives, libraries, and private collections.