This is a comprehensive guidebook to the fascinating aspects of the conservation and restoration of paintings. It explains clearly what happens in dealing with the confusing and multilayered problems encountered.The author discusses basic techniques, materials used in both the original paintings and in restoration, chemical formulas, the equipment and methods of handling and storage; he shows how many common pitfalls can be avoided, and offers other tips based on 30 years of experience.There are chapters on the Restorer and the Studio; Construction of Paintings; Technique of Painting; Renovation and Repair; and a bibliography, glossary and index. Eleven line drawings illustrate restoration techniques and the assembly of components.
John Clifton lives in Rudgwick, West Sussex, England. His watercolors and oils of marine subjects can be found on the east and west coasts of the United States and in England.
Table of ContentsPreface 1. The Restorer’s Profession The Restorer Ethics in Restoration Documentation TheRestorer’s Studio Tools Storage 2. Construction of Paintings Support Wooden Support Paper Support Composition Board Fabric Metal Support Ground Surface Coatings Varnish Synthetic Varnish Retouch Varnish Wax Coating Stretcher Frames 3. Technique of Painting Watercolor Gouache Tempera Egg Tempera Glair Egg Varnish Synthetic Paints Oil Paints Encazlstic Paints Painting Medium Gesso Starch Solution Synthetic Resin Emulsion Encaustic with Beeswax Egg Emulsion Pastels Damar Varnish Mastic Varnish Copal Medium Wax Glaze Oil Media Mixed Media Varnish Lacquer Driers and Siccatives 3 Fixatives Ink Painting Textures 4. Repair and Renovation Examination Damage Assessment Frames Stretcher Support: Canvas Support: Wood Panels Support: Paper Surface Deterioration Repair Materials Frames Stretchers Support: Canvas Support: Wood Panels Support: Paper Support: Cardboard Support: Metal Ground Repair of Surface Damage Renovation Surface Frames Inpainting Protection of Paintings Health Hazards Glossary Bibliography Index
