Nanoscience for the Conservation of Works of Art (Hardcover)

Understanding the chemistry behind works of art and heritage materials presents an opportunity to apply scientific techniques to their conservation and restoration. Manipulation of materials at the nanoscale affords greater accuracy and minimal disturbance to the original work, while efficiently combating the affects of time and environment. This book meets the growing demand for an all-encompassing handbook to instruct on the use of today's science on mankind's cultural heritage. The editors have pioneered modern techniques in art conservation over the last four decades, and have brought together expertise from across the globe. Each chapter presents the theoretical background to the topic in question, followed by practical information on its application and relevant case studies. Introductory chapters present the science behind the physical composition of art materials. Four chapters explore various cleaning techniques now, followed by four chapters describing the application of inorganic nanomaterials. Each chapter is fully referenced to the primary literature and offers suggestions for further reading. Professional conservators and scientists alike will find this essential reading, as will postgraduate students in the fields of materials and colloid science, art restoration and nanoscience.

General

Imprint:	Royal Society of Chemistry
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Nanoscience & Nanotechnology Series, Volume 28
Release date:	June 2013
First published:	2013
Editors:	Piero Baglioni • David Chelazzi
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 34mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Unsewn / adhesive bound
Pages:	500
ISBN-13:	978-1-84973-566-7
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Chemistry > General Books > Professional & Technical > Technology: general issues > Nanotechnology Books > Professional & Technical > Mechanical engineering & materials > Materials science > General
LSN:	1-84973-566-2
Barcode:	9781849735667

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