26866
Accession Number
21501
Compiler
Black, James
Title Of Article Chaper
Detachable plaster restorations for archaeological ceramics
Title Of Journal Book
Recent advances in the conservation and analysis of artifacts. Jubilee conservation conference, London 6-10 July 1987
Pages
63-66
Publisher
University of London. Institute of Archaeology. Summer Schools Press
Publisher City
London
ISBN
0-9512429-0-3
Language Of Text
English
Language Of Summary
English
Literature Type
Monograph
Literature Level
Analytic
Meeting
Jubilee conservation conference
Meeting City
London
Abstract
Plaster of Paris is one of the most practical fill materials used in the restoration of archaeological ceramics. With careful preparation and application the conservator is able to master its casting and molding properties. The technique of preparing a detachable restoration imparts structural strength and greater stability to an object.
Keywords
Ceramic Filling Plaster of Paris;Ceramic Restoration Detachable; Plaster of Paris Casting; Plaster of Paris Molding AATA
pub_id
26866
Meeting Date
19870706-19870710