X-radiography of textile objects reveals hidden features as well as unexpected components and materials. This non-destructive technique throws light on construction, manufacturing techniques, use, wear, repair, patterns of decay and dating. X-radiography improves artefact documentation and interpretation as well as guiding conservation approaches by enhancing understanding.
This book explores techniques for X-raying textiles. It describes approaches to image interpretation and explains how, through digitisation and digital image manipulation, maximum information can be realised. Case studies include archaeological, ecclesiastical and ethnographic textiles, items of dress and accessories, upholstery, quilts, embroideries, dolls and toys. Museum professionals will find this stimulating book an essential guide for developing their own practice or commissioning textile X-radiographs.
By:
Sonia O'Connor,
Mary Brooks
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions:
Height: 246mm,
Width: 189mm,
Weight: 1.120kg
ISBN: 9780367606329
ISBN 10: 0367606321
Pages: 360
Publication Date: 30 June 2020
Audience:
College/higher education
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General/trade
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Primary
,
ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Introduction Principles of X-radiographic imaging Technology and techniques X-radiographs, digitisation and digital image processing Image interpretation:ways and means What not to X-ray Case studies: furnishings and upholstery, musical instruments, dolls & toys, costume and accessories, flat textiles, materials identification, archaeological textiles, textile technology, patterns of decay, surface decoration Health and safety Apparatus Index
Sonia O'Connor. Mary Brooks
