coloring books for adults relaxation (Art Dreamer, #16) (Family Activity, #7)
by Creative Color
W Weekly Planner 2018-2019 (Personalized Marble Planners, #22)
by Pretty Planners
Postmodernism, Religion, and the Future of Social Work
by Anna Leask and Alan Fyall
Postmodernism, Religion, and the Future of Social Work discusses the benefits and disadvantages of the postmodern philosophy as a foundation for social work and human service practice. Social work students and practitioners will learn about the developments that have shaped postmodern thinking as they pertain to society in general, as well as to the profession of social work. By exploring this increasingly popular philosophy, Postmodernism, Religion, and the Future of Social Work provides you wi...
Providing an in-depth review of the current practice, ethics and materials of textile conservation, and concentrating on decorative art objects from the major cultures, this book provides a basis from which to develop practical skills and gives background information for preventative and remedial purposes. A wide variety of case histories in included, several of which involve major investigations into technical records.
The Antiques Clinic provides collectors with all the knowledge they need to buy antiques wisely and look after them well. '
Last spring's outstanding new guide to tomorrow's antiques is now available in a classy paperback with flaps. This is the time to appreciate hidden value. Here, two experts clue us in to the stuff we have stashed in our basements or garages that may be worth more than you think. It's also indispensable to finding treasures in tag sales and secondhand shops. The well-organized reference brims with surprising prizes -from early snapshots or phone cards to bits of NASA booty -as well as important a...
'Risk Assessment for Object Conservation' reflects Dr Jonathan Ashley-Smith's personal interests and views in areas including materials science, the ethics of restoration, the costs of conservation and the philosophy of museums. This valuable book explains the mechanisms of deterioration of museum artifacts, quantifying the probability that damage will occur and estimating the rate of progress when it does. The principles outlined and the information provided will form a foundation for cost-ben...
18/19 (Mid Year Planners, #1)
by Planners and Diaries and Pretty Planners
This work traces the history of some of the great floors of Europe from the fourth century BC and outlines the developments of mosaic, tiles, marble and parquetry floors in secular buildings. Early Christian pavements and the creation of medieval tiles are also covered. The book considers management policies to protect outstanding floors in over-visited sites and historic features particularly at risk are identified. Finally, urgent action is recommended to contain damage caused by the dramatic...
This guide to both basic and advanced restoration techniques features straightforward, step-by-step instructions as well as information on specialist skills. It also focuses on common repairs, such as replacing a chewed arm, repairing a top rail and upholstering.
The Conservation and Preservation of Islamic Manuscripts (Conference Proceedings)
This amazing book gives the reader dozens of ways to transform things they might ordinarily discard into unique decorations and gifts. Each project includes a complete "recycled" materials list along with step-by-step instructions that are tested for clarity and accuracy by our craft testers. Full color photos of the finished pieces are also included to give readers an idea of how fabulous each finished project can be.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York houses one of the world's largest and most comprehensive collections of antiquities and works of art. Their preservation is a responsibility that involves everyone who serves the Museum and who has access to the collection. This handbook offers a practical guide to the ways in which different art objects should be handled and cared for, whether they are on display, in transit, or in storage; and it also explains some of the fundamental principles of c...
In this how-to book, TV personality Cari Cucksey, host of HGTV's popular Cash & Cari, plays matchmaker between you and second-hand antiques and other treasures by sharing her sharp business sense and secrets for hunting them everywhere, from the side of the road to estate sales, and how you can repurpose them in your home.