Italian Renaissance Frames at the V & a Contributor(s): Powell, Christine (Author), Allen, Zoe (Author) |
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ISBN: 0367606259 ISBN-13: 9780367606251 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $42.74 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: June 2020 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Antiques & Collectibles | Care & Restoration - Social Science | Archaeology |
Dewey: 749 |
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 8.2" W x 10.9" (2.55 lbs) 348 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This visually stunning and technically detailed book is an in-depth analysis of the materials and techniques used on thirty eight of the V&A's Renaissance frames. The book will teach the reader to recognise frame style, structure and surface decoration of the period, as well as additions and alterations and later frames in the style. * First detailed technical analysis of the V&A's most important Renaissance frames * Highly illustrated with 100 + colour photos of front back and details, digital reconstructions, section profiles, and illustrations of frame types, joints and mouldings. * Provides a comparative reference for Renaissance frames in other publications
Zo Allen first joined the V&A in 2000 to work on gilt wooden objects for the British Galleries and returned to the V&A in 2003 where she has worked since as Frames and Gilded Furniture Conservator. Before joining the V&A full time she worked as a conservator for both public institutions, such as English Heritage, and private practices including projects at the Royal Academy, St Paul's Cathedral and Somerset House. Zo has published articles on her work. After a first degree in French Literature, Zo studied conservation at the City & Guilds of London Art School. Her training covered the conservation of objects made from wood, stone and other sculptural materials, gilding and decorative surfaces. Internships included the National Institute for Restoration, Croatia, the Royal Collection, London and the Museum of London. |