Repairing Pottery and Porcelain
A Practical Guide
Published on 30. April 2003
Book
Paperback/Softback
112 pages
978-0-7136-6241-2 (ISBN)
Description
A step-by-step guide to repairing pottery and porcelain, from the simplest plate to the most complex figurine. There is advice on which materials to use, the methods and techniques of joining, and how to disguise the join afterwards. The authors also discuss how much work to do in terms of conservation and restoration, and offer suggestions. The volume should be suitable for home-owners, collectors and ceramists of all levels.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
illustrations, photographs
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
Weight
342 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7136-6241-2 (9780713662412)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition
Book
05/1996
A & C Black Publishers Ltd
€32.39
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Persons
Lesley Acton and Paul McAuley are both professional ceramic restorers. Lesley runs a conservation studio that does work for both museums and private individuals. She also teaches courses at various adult education institutes. Paul is currently a conservation officer in Edinburgh.