Plastics in art
Subtitle: a study from the conservation point of view
By: Friederike Waentig ; [translation: Michael Scuffil]
Publisher: Imhof
Published: 2008
Place of publication: Petersberg
Language: eng
Number of pages: 400
ISBN-13: 9783865684059
Subjects: Plastics as art material; Conservation and restoration; Plastics
Work titles: Kunststoffe in der Kunst
Description: "In this book, the development and manufacture of plastics since the nineteenth century, is discussed within their economical and cultural context. Various plastic materials are characterized, their ageing behaviour described and conservation examples given. Finally, the issue of storage is addressed. The main focus lies in recent experiences in the conservation of plastics in art. Plastic objects are ubiquitous in our daily life, and are found in a myriad of types and forms in design and art works. However, their modern appearance when compared to traditional materials like stone, wood or ceramics can lead to an erroneous perception of permanence, with no special need for care or conservation. The reality is different. Plastics age faster than traditional materials, and therefore it is imperative to understand their ageing mechanisms and conservation requirements."--Publisher description.
Notes: Originally presented as author's thesis (doctoral)--Universität, Bamberg, 2002.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 363-394).