Conservation Treatment Methodology presents a systematic approach to decision-making for conservation treatments. The methodology is applicable to all cultural property, independent of object type or material, and its use will enable conservators to be more confident in their treatment decisions.
Conservation Treatment Methodology is illustrated with numerous examples that emphasize the equal importance of the physical and cultural aspects of objects for decision-making. The book also explains how the history of an object and the meaning that it holds for its owner or custodian contribute to determining its treatment.
Conservation Treatment Methodology is an essential text for conservators, historic preservation specialists, and restorers, as well as students. Since it is not a technical manual about how to carry out treatments, the book will also be of value to art historians and museum personnel who work with conservators.
“This book is unique in its overarching, multidisciplinary approach. The writing is not only clear, but entertaining and engaging.”
Dan Kushel, Distinguished Teaching Professor, Art Conservation Department, Buffalo New York) State College
Barbara Appelbaum is one of the premier objects conservators in the United States and the author of Guide to Environmental Protection of Collections. Practicing in New York, Appelbaum was trained at New York University and began her career at The Brooklyn Museum. The author treats a wide range of object types. Projects of note have included George Washington’s leather portfolio, a Marcel Duchamp urinal, and a Marilyn Monroe dress.
*Covers decision-making behind what treatment to use from beginning to end
*Processes can be applied to all conservation specialties
*Considers the factors needed to reconcile the often conflicting demands and difficulties facing a conservator
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Barbara Appelbaum has written a magnificent treatise on a complex subject for all of us, expert and non-expert alike. This book needed to be written, was overdue in the art and decorative art worlds, and fortunately for all of us she took the time and effort to put her pen to paper. The result is an easy to read book, where she unravels the complex without skipping any of the important details. This is a talent that cannot be overstated, particularly in the case of conservation. Museum curators and conservators both need to read it, as the methodology of conservation treatment begins long before any hand is lifted to do the work, a concept she amply and ably deals with to great and useful effect. All collectors also would benefit tremendously by reading Appelbaum's book before dropping a piece off to be conserved or restored; the knowledge gained from this book will ensure the results are more satisfying. The methodology she lays out in the book quite simply sets a clear standard, one that needs to be integrated into any curriculum on conservation if it is not already. We owe Barbara Appelbaum a debt of gratitude for taking this subject on in such a masterful way...buy the book and you will be handsomely rewarded! Thank you Barbara,
Richard -- A New Standard, A Great Read for Everyone
When I heard about this book, I wanted to get it as soon as I could. The book was ordered and reached me in due time. It was simple and easy to do. No going to a bookstore looking for this book, just order it from Amazon.com and it is done. -- The Best Way to Shop
This is the first book that provides the philosophical underpinnings of conservation in a way that puts it into the larger context of museum work. Conservation and interpretation need to be considered together, and this book shows how to do it. A brilliant book. -- Essential, especially for curators who work with conservators
As a conservation student, this book is just what my daughter needed to supplement her education -- My daughter loves it.
As a university professor who teaches graduate courses in heritage conservation, I welcome this book as an essential text. Barbara Appelbaum provides a carefully constructed foundation for research and decision-making in our field. Conservation Treatment Methodology will find a welcome home on the shelves many heritage professionals. It maps a rational process for assessing the material and cultural needs of objects within the broad context of collections care. -- A rational study on heritage conservation research
