Radiography of Cultural Material / Edition 2

by Julia Tum, Janet Lang, Andrew Middleton

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780750663472
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	08/08/2005
Edition description:	REV
Pages:	208
Product dimensions:	7.44(w) x 9.69(h) x (d)

About the Author

Janet Lang, Andrew Middleton

Table of 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