Risk Assessment for Object Conservation

Nonfiction, Home & Garden, Antiques & Collectibles, Care & Restoration, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Archaeology
Cover of the book Risk Assessment for Object Conservation by Jonathan Ashley-Smith, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Jonathan Ashley-Smith ISBN: 9781135144722
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: October 28, 2013
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Jonathan Ashley-Smith
ISBN: 9781135144722
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: October 28, 2013
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

'Risk Assessment for Object Conservation' reflects Dr Jonathan Ashley-Smith's personal interests and views in areas including materials science, the ethics of restoration, the costs of conservation and the philosophy of museums.

This valuable book explains the mechanisms of deterioration of museum artifacts, quantifying the probability that damage will occur and estimating the rate of progress when it does.

The principles outlined and the information provided will form a foundation for cost-benefit analysis of conservation proposals. Dr Ashley-Smith also gives comprehensive explanations of scientific of mathematical material to take into consideration the readers who have no background in these areas, alongside a basic introduction. The structure of the book provides a logical progression through tools, concepts information and examples. This is a must-have purchase for all conservators, curators and administrators of historic artifacts at both student and professional level.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

'Risk Assessment for Object Conservation' reflects Dr Jonathan Ashley-Smith's personal interests and views in areas including materials science, the ethics of restoration, the costs of conservation and the philosophy of museums.

This valuable book explains the mechanisms of deterioration of museum artifacts, quantifying the probability that damage will occur and estimating the rate of progress when it does.

The principles outlined and the information provided will form a foundation for cost-benefit analysis of conservation proposals. Dr Ashley-Smith also gives comprehensive explanations of scientific of mathematical material to take into consideration the readers who have no background in these areas, alongside a basic introduction. The structure of the book provides a logical progression through tools, concepts information and examples. This is a must-have purchase for all conservators, curators and administrators of historic artifacts at both student and professional level.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book The Director as Collaborator by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
Cover of the book Early Christian Literature by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
Cover of the book Building the Rule of Law in China by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
Cover of the book Ethics and Experiments by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
Cover of the book The Monument of Matrones Volume 2 (Lamp 4) by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
Cover of the book Urban Growth and Land Degradation in Developing Cities by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
Cover of the book Substance Use in Social Work Education and Training by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
Cover of the book Psychiatry in the British Army in the Second World War by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
Cover of the book Into the Image by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
Cover of the book Asset-Building Policies and Innovations in Asia by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
Cover of the book Early Ethical Writings of Aurel Kolnai by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
Cover of the book Integral Community by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
Cover of the book Concise Encyclopedia of Real Estate Business Terms by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
Cover of the book Scoping the Amazon by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
Cover of the book Driving Airline Business Strategies through Emerging Technology by Jonathan Ashley-Smith
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy