Odegaard, Nancy, Material characterization tests for objects of art and archaeology , ©2005
- Title(s):
- Material characterization tests for objects of art and archaeology / Nancy Odegaard, Scott Carroll, Werner S. Zimmit ; chemical equations by David Spurgeon ; illustrations by Stacey K. Lane.
- Edition:
- 2nd edition.
- Published/Created:
- London : Archetype Publications, ©2005.
- Physical Description:
- xii, 230 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
- Holdings:
- Reference LibraryNot Available
- Full Orbis Record:
- http://hdl.handle.net/10079/bibid/17368554
- Classification:
- Books
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 227-230).
Material characterization tests for objects of art and archaeology is not confined to museum professionals. It serves as an excellent and essential companion for conservators of outdoor sculpture, monuments, and buildings. The tests are applicable to a wide range of object classes including metal, textile, leather, paper, plastics and architectural materials. In addition to presenting the detailed methodology for carrying out each tests, the authors have evaluated the effectiveness of each test in order to assist the reader in selecting the most applicable test and interpreting the results. - Subject Terms:
- Analytical chemistry -- Methodology.Analytical chemistry -- Methodology.Antiquities -- Collection and preservation.Antiquities -- Collection and preservation.Archaeological chemistry.Archaeological chemistry.Art objects -- Conservation and restoration.Art objects -- Conservation and restoration.
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- Introduction
- Chemical safety
- Scientific method and techniques of spot testing
- Spot tests for metals
- Spot tests for inorganic and ionic materials
- Spot tests for organic materials
- Other tests
- Appendix 1: Dilution table and chemical concentration calculations
- Appendix 2: Explanation of pH
- Appendix 3: List of abbreviations
- Appendix 4: Table of reagents with safety information used in spot tests
- Appendix 5: Chemicals, equipment and supplies
- Appendix 6: Product suppliers
- Appendix 7: Materials characterization trial form.