Course description
This course will look at the issues involved in the care of wax collections and provide an understanding of wax objects from a technological, structural and historical perspective. It will look at examples to show the typical degradation and conservation issues concerned with waxes and case studies showing the conservation and repair of a variety of pieces. This largely practical course will demonstrate a number of methods used to conserve and restore wax objects. Delegates will be involved in cleaning of objects and simple repair of broken objects and infills. The course is aimed at object conservators who wish to develop a greater understanding of the examination and treatment issued involved in the preservation of waxes. Practitioners involved in production, examination and conservation and restoration of this specialized field will provide the teaching. Research in this area is still in its infancy. It is hoped that those who attend the course will share their own experiences in an informal group who will all be eager to hear of any restoration and conservation attempts.
The course aims -
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To provide an introduction to wax items, their history, current context and conservation
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To provide practising conservators with knowledge and understanding about the care ofwax items, their vulnerability and conservation problems and what preservation advice they should give to owners and custodians
- To equip conservators with the necessary skills to carry out first aid to damaged wax items and to package items appropriately for storage and use.
Fees: Please contact West Dean College
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