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Looking After Antiques is an essential, impeccably informed guide designed for anyone who cherishes their possessions, whether they are priceless heirlooms or humble finds from a jumble sale. Authored by expert practising conservators Anna Plowden and Frances Halahan, this beautifully illustrated volume provides the clarity and confidence needed to preserve the life of your most treasured items. Moving beyond basic maintenance, the authors offer authoritative, step-by-step instructions on the proper handling, inspection, display, and storage of diverse materials, including wood, metals, glass, ceramics, textiles, and paper.
The book strikes a perfect balance by teaching owners how to perform safe, preventive care whilst identifying the crucial moments when professional restoration is required. With its practical advice on mitigating environmental damage and its focus on ethical conservation practices, this guide is an indispensable reference for the serious collector, the homeowner, and museum professionals alike. Equip yourself with the professional knowledge necessary to protect your collection and ensure that your irreplaceable items survive for generations to come.
Used (good, see images, minor cover wear) Hardcover ISBN 0330293745
