Bronze Behaving Badly

Principles of Bronze Conservation

Lucy Branch

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Abl Press London
15 January 2021

The Arts: General & Reference; Conservation, restoration & care of artworks; Art Forms; Reference works

Series: Antique Bronze Restoration

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Learn The Principles of Bronze Conservation

Lucy Branch runs a bronze conservation company, Antique Bronze Ltd, in London and has worked on some of the most well-known bronze statues, monuments and architectural features in the UK. In this book, she teaches the principles of bronze conservation for those who have had no formal training in the field. She brings her practical expertise together with academic knowledge in an easy and relatable way that will guide you towards a better understanding of how to care for outdoor bronze.

This book is for you if:

You want to be confident about bronze conservation so that you don't have to rely on others to advise you You'd like to be able to write specifications and guide conservation contractors You'd like to be able to use the right language and ask the right questions of contractors and discern whether they know their subject You need to understand why your bronze is behaving badly and be able to shape a plan to do something about it You want to build your professional development You want to ensure you are doing the best for the bronzes in your care

Areas covered in the book:

Key definitions The Significance of Bronze Bronze in Context How Bronze Features are Made Science around bronze and its degradation Corrosion: The ways bronze corrodes Common Causes of Degradation Ethics of Bronze Conservation Ethics of Repatination Practical Techniques Protective Coatings Preventive Conservation Conservation Reports & Documentation

By: Lucy Branch
Imprint: Abl Press London
Volume: 1
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 367g
ISBN: 9781916435193
ISBN 10: 191643519X
Series: Antique Bronze Restoration
Pages: 200
Publication Date: 15 January 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active