Conservation of architectural ironwork / David S. Mitchell.

By:

Mitchell, David S [author.]

Material type: Text

TextPublisher: London : Routledge, 2017Description: xviii, 261 pages : illustrations ; 25 cmContent type:

text

Media type:

unmediated

Carrier type:

volume

Subject(s):

Architectural ironwork -- Conservation and restoration

LOC classification:

NA 3950 M58 2017

Contents:

History -- Materials -- Decay mechanisms and hazards -- Survey and research -- Managing an architectural ironwork project -- Intervention -- Replication of architectural ironwork -- Characteristics and common issues.

Summary: "The peak of architectural ironwork in the 19th Century saw the spread of ornate decorative ironwork across the world. In recent years there has been a significant increase in conservation and restoration projects aiming to protect the artistry of traditional ironwork for future generations. 'Conservation of Architectural Ironwork' is the first book to provide a complete guide to the conservation and maintenance of traditional architectural ironwork. First introducing the contextual history and key material features of architectural ironwork, the book goes on to guide readers through the management and delivery of conservation projects from start to finish, explaining the very latest in conservation technology. At its peak, architectural ironwork was used on a vast global scale in buildings, bridges, street furniture and ornamental structures. With international case studies and detailed illustrations, this book will be an essential reference for heritage professionals and students of architectural conservation around the world."--

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Holdings
Item type	Current library	Shelving location	Call number	Copy number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Book	TUP Manila Library	New Acquisitions-Ground floor	NA 3950 M58 2017 (Browse shelf(Opens below))	c.1	Available		P00031429

Includes bibliographical references and index.

"The peak of architectural ironwork in the 19th Century saw the spread of ornate decorative ironwork across the world. In recent years there has been a significant increase in conservation and restoration projects aiming to protect the artistry of traditional ironwork for future generations. 'Conservation of Architectural Ironwork' is the first book to provide a complete guide to the conservation and maintenance of traditional architectural ironwork. First introducing the contextual history and key material features of architectural ironwork, the book goes on to guide readers through the management and delivery of conservation projects from start to finish, explaining the very latest in conservation technology. At its peak, architectural ironwork was used on a vast global scale in buildings, bridges, street furniture and ornamental structures. With international case studies and detailed illustrations, this book will be an essential reference for heritage professionals and students of architectural conservation around the world."--

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