X-Radiography of Textiles, Dress and Related Objects

by Sonia O'Connor, Mary Brooks

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781136347535
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	08/15/2007
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	360
File size:	41 MB
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About the Author

Sonia O'Connor. Mary Brooks

Table of Contents

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