The conservation of medieval polychrome wood sculpture: history, theory, practice

Abstract

"Medieval polychrome wood sculptures are complex objects, bearers of long and complicated histories. This book is the first in English to offer a comprehensive overview of the conservation of these objects. The book begins with chapters on the history, techniques, and meanings of these works, then discusses examination, documentation, and treatment. There are also four case studies."

Contents

Introduction to Medieval polychrome wood sculpture -- Examination, documentation, and condition assessment. Material identification of the wooden support -- Material identification of the polychromy -- Deterioration and change -- Treatment. Designing a course of action -- Preventive care -- Consolidation -- Adhesion -- Cleaning -- Loss compensation -- Conclusion -- Case studies -- Examination checklist.