Items related to Conservation of Archaeological Ships and Boats: Personal...

Conservation of Archaeological Ships and Boats: Personal Experiences - Hardcover

Per Hoffmann

 
9781904982821: Conservation of Archaeological Ships and Boats: Personal Experiences

Synopsis

Focusing on the complex conservation challenges posed by waterlogged wood, iron, and other materials Per Hoffmann details the multidisciplinary efforts behind archaeological shipwreck recovery. From the early days of trial-and-error in the 1960s to today’s sophisticated scientific methods, the book traces the evolution of maritime conservation. Highlighting contributions from divers, archaeologists, conservators, and scientists, it offers insight into the technical innovations that have transformed the preservation of shipwrecks over the past fifty years.

"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.