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Second Edition
By
Andrew Middleton, Department of Scientific Research, British Museum, UK
Edited By
Janet Lang, Department of Scientific Research, British Museum, UK
Description
Radiography can be an invaluable tool for the study of a diverse array of cultural materials including metals, ceramics, paper, paintings
and human and animal remains. In this book, experts in the field bring to life their experiences with the different materials, describing
the techniques that can be employed to discover the stories behind the objects.
This second edition, available in paperback for the
first time, includes new case studies and images, as well as whole new sections on digital imaging, quality control and animal mummies.
Audience
Professional and student conservators, museum professionals, archaeologists and art historians
Contents
Radiography: theory; Radiographic images; Metals; Ceramics; X-rays and paper; Paintings; Part I:Clinical radiography and archaeo-human
remains; Part II:Animal bones; Applications of radiography in conservation; Restoration, pastiche and fakes; Index
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Paperback, 208 pages, publication date: AUG-2005
ISBN-13: 978-0-7506-6347-2
ISBN-10: 0-7506-6347-2
Imprint: BUTTERWORTH HEINEMANN
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