X-Radiography of Textiles, Dress and Related Objects (Conservation and Museology) - Hardcover

O'Connor, Sonia; Brooks, Mary

 
9780750666329: X-Radiography of Textiles, Dress and Related Objects (Conservation and Museology)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0750666323 ISBN 13: 9780750666329
Publisher: Routledge, 2007

Synopsis

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 include archaeological, ecclesiastical and ethnographic textiles, items of dress and accessories, upholstery, quilts, embroideries, dolls and toys. Museum professionals will find this stimulating book an essential guide for developing their own practice or commissioning textile X-radiographs.

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Sonia O'Connor. Mary Brooks

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Publisher
Routledge
Publication date
2007
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0750666323
ISBN 13 
9780750666329
Binding
Hardcover
Edition number
1
Number of pages
360

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