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Zusatztext Reviews of the first edition:'It is without question a must for people interested in the art of glass conservation' Stained Glass Quarterly 'this book provides some extremely useful information and will be of greatassistance to conservators who wish to understand the complexities of the nature of glass corrosion and the various treatments available.'Studies in Conservation '.... this book is long overdue! but worth the wait ... an invaluable addition to therestorer's and conservator's libraries'. Professional Stained Glass '.... a definitive text ... a delightful book to possess'. Glass Technology "Without question! the author offers a useful and thorough reference on glass as a material! its historical development! and the mechanisms of deterioration and preservation." - JAIC! Fall/Winter 2004"Conservation and Restoration of Glass is a valuable resource for students! conservators! restorers! and anyone else who is interested in the complex nature and behaviour of glass. The additions and improvements to the previous edition add significantly to all its original strengths." - Journal of the American Institute for Conservation! Fall/Winter 2004 Informationen zum Autor Sandra Davison, R.G. Newton Klappentext Serves as a guide to the materials and practices required for the care and preservation of glass objects. This title provides coverage of both theoretical and practical aspects of glass conservation. It includes sections on the nature of glass! the historical development and technology of glassmaking! and the deterioration of glass. Zusammenfassung Serves as a guide to the materials and practices required for the care and preservation of glass objects. This title provides coverage of both theoretical and practical aspects of glass conservation. It includes sections on the nature of glass, the historical development and technology of glassmaking, and the deterioration of glass. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction, The nature of glass, Historic development, Technology, Deterioration of glass , Materials used for glass conservation, Technical examination, Conservation and Restoration of glass, Appendix I Materials, Appendix II Sources of information, Glossary, Bibliography, Index. ...
