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Course: *CONSERVATION OF METAL AND ALLOYS ARTEFACTS and HISTORICAL SILVER ARTWORKS.* 8th July – 2nd August 2019 The course’s main topics are outlined for a basic level approach to introduce the technical features and the scientific investigation concerning the conservation of metals and alloys artworks. The training will be aimed to conservation and restoration of historical silver and copper alloy artefacts. Thanks to the collaboration with the Museo Diocesano the activity of the course will include the restoration works of a selected number of Historical silver and copper alloy ecclesiastical vessels and furnishing from the museum and storage collections to be held in the conservation laboratory. Theoretical lessons: Documentation and management of conservation data related to graphic and photographic mapping. History and crafting techniques of historical silver artefacts Preventive conservation and maintenance of historical precious alloys artefacts Chemical-physical decay processes applied to metal conservation Restoration and conservation techniques Care and maintenance guidelines for metal artefacts Practical training: Week 1: Preventive conservation in museums and documentation/condition assessment Week 2: Conservation of metals and alloys: Historical manufacturing/techniques of execution Week 3: Conservation of metals and alloys: Assessment of conditions and restoration treatments Week 4: Conservation of metal and alloys: Exhibition preparation and display within exhibition cases Program Objectives Theoretical lectures on chemical physical decay processes for metal objects with lectures on technical features with a wide practical training in laboratory will update and upgrade student’s skills in conservation and restoration of metal. Teaching includes lectures on preventive conservation within museum environments, with field trips. Lectures will include documentation and management of conservation data related to graphic and photographic mapping. Lectures will be carried out on the base of an interactive method with a wide cooperation between teachers and students. The four-week program will be tailored making sure there will be enough time for the students to gain enough practical experience. All the practical exercises will be undertaken under constant supervision of a senior conservator- restorer with ISCR degree to act as expert /tutor. Tutors: Massimiliano Massera and Nicola Pagani. ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
