Timbuktu Update – Blog – Tombouctou Manuscripts Project

Riporto il collegamento alla pagina con l'update delle notizie da Timbuktu sembra che la situazione sia sotto controllo e che in realtà sia stata una specie di montatura.
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Timbuktu Update – Blog – Tombouctou Manuscripts Project: "Timbuktu Update
30 January 2013
13.00, Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Tombouctou Manuscripts Project
(http://www.tombouctoumanuscripts.org)
Huma (Institute for humanities in Africa)
University of Cape Town"

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AGENDA: Programmazione e gestione di interventi per la conservazione di beni librari e documentari : corso di perfezionamento / Univ. Salerno. -- Fisciano (SA), scad. 2013-02-28

Segnalo che l'Università di Salerno ha pubblicato un bando per la
partecipazione al Corso di aggiornamento e perfezionamento
professionale, di durata annuale, "Programmazione e gestione di
interventi per la conservazione di beni librari e documentari".

 Il Corso è rivolto ai bibliotecari, agli archivisti ed a coloro che si
trovano a gestire fondi in strutture o enti di conservazione e di
servizio in possesso di diploma di laurea quadriennale o quinquennale,
laurea di primo livello, laurea specialistica/magistrale, diploma
universitario o altro titolo di studio conseguito all'estero
riconosciuto.

 Ha lo scopo di fornire conoscenze approfondite e di tipo specialistico
sulla conservazione del patrimonio librario e documentario, con
particolare riferimento alle problematiche e alle esigenze presenti in
alcune tipologie di biblioteche (pubbliche locali, delle università,
scolastiche, ecclesiastiche, di altri enti pubblici e privati) e di
archivi (degli enti territoriali, delle università, delle imprese,
parrocchiali e conventuali).

20130129_corso_aggiornamento
<http://www.biblioteche.unisa.it/uploads/1103/20130129_corso_aggiornamento.pdf>

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Monastero dei Benedettini, Catania Il restauro del libro antico a cura di Simona Inserra

Monastero dei Benedettini, Catania: "Il restauro del libro antico a cura di Simona Inserra"

MONASTERO DEI BENEDETTINI
DI SAN NICOLÒ L'ARENA - CATANIAMONASTERO DEI BENEDETTINI
DI SAN NICOLÒ L'ARENA - CATANIA

Crea et labora - Workshop per gli adulti

Officine Culturali propone un ciclo di appuntamenti, una serie di incontri volti a stimolare la creatività dei partecipanti e a rendere sempre più ricchi e completi i percorsi guidati all'interno del Monastero dei Benedettini.
L'obiettivo è quello di coinvolgere un pubblico sempre più vasto e variegato presentando il Monastero dei Benedettini come luogo di incontro da vivere attivamente, visivamente e fisicamente.

Il restauro del libro antico a cura di Simona Inserra
Prenderemo parte al restauro di un libro antico. Conosceremo la "malattia" dei libri e i rimedi per guarirli. I partecipanti potranno portare materiale proprio da sottoporre a semplici interventi di restauro conservativo.
maggiori informazioni

Due cicli di 7 incontri.
I ciclo: 24 ottobre, 31 ottobre, 7 novembre, 14 novembre, 21 novembre, 28 novembre, 5 dicembre
II ciclo: 13 febbraio 2013, 20 febbraio 2013, 27 febbraio 2013, 6 marzo 2013, 13 marzo 2013, 20 marzo 2013, 27 marzo 2013
Costi: € 180,00

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Montefiascone Conservation Project – Study Programme 2013

Montefiascone Conservation Project – Study Programme 2011 » Study Programme 2013:

MONTEFIASCONE   SUMMER  2013

29 July-02 August 2013

Re-creating the Medieval Palette

Course Tutor: Cheryl Porter

This class will study the colours (made from rocks, minerals, metals, insects and plants) that were processed to produce the colours used by artists throughout the medieval era. The focus will mostly (though not exclusively) be on manuscript art (Islamic and European) and participants will re-create the colours using original recipes. Illustrated lectures will address the history, geography, chemistry, iconography and conservation issues. Practical making and painting sessions will follow these lectures.

5-9 August 2013

The Syriac Book

Course Tutors: Caroline Checkley-Scott and John Mumford

Manuscript Syriac 27 from the John Rylands Library at Manchester University is known as Abu Halim, from the East Syrian Catholikos (Elia III Abu Halim and others). Though it has an elaborate colophon, stating that the book was made in 1740, this style of binding has remained unchanged and can be found on books from the 7th century AD. With link stitch sewing onto wooden boards, with elaborate end bands extending onto the boards, and with full-thickness leather covers, the books have a most distinctive appearance. Using sample bindings and illustrated with Powerpoint,  comparisons will be made with both Christian and Islamic style contemporary bindings.

Some knowledge and experience of bookbinding or book history would be useful, but is not essential. All materials can be supplied (at cost) and participants will need to bring basic bookbinding equipment and tools. Handouts and a reading list will be provided in advance and during the class.

12- 16 August 2013

Mamluk bindings

Course Tutors: Kristine Rose and Alison Ohta

Mamluk bindings represent the pinnacle of Islamic book design. Whilst their structure seems to differ little from the generalised type-II binding described by Deroche, their decoration is refined and complex- a true demonstration of the skill of the accomplished book artists working in Egypt and Syria during the reign of the Mamluk Sultanate between 1250–1516.

During this course participants will make a simple model of an Islamic binding structure, before focusing on the decoration techniques which make these bindings so astounding. This will include geometric design and cold tooling, printed leather doublures, and the application of gold.

19-23 August 2013

Early Gothic Binding (late 13th cent)

Course Tutors: Jim Bloxam and Shaun Thompson.

Manuscript CUL Add. 4080, Preces et Meditationes is a very small scale devotional manuscript. It has been identified as coming from the Cistercian convent of Medingen, near Lüneburg Heath, North Germany. Its exceptional contemporary binding has interesting structural features, including a textile lining and a covering of alum-tawed skin, dyed red, over bevelled oak boards. The binding has the addition of brass fittings and fixtures and intricate blind tooling. The beautifully executed secondary braided endbands are an exquisite early example of a technique which was to continue and become widely used in Northern European bindings of the late 15th and early 16th centuries. As part of this manuscript’s binding they are an important element both structurally and aesthetically.

The tutors will enable the course participants to recreate the binding. Processes will include sewing the text-block, sewing primary and secondary endbands, shaping and attaching the boards and covering with alum-tawed skin. The skins will be stained red prior to covering using the appropriate materials and techniques. The covered books will be tooled and have brass fittings and fixtures applied. Complementing the practical aspect of the course the tutors will seek to set the binding into context. The course will give an over-view of Gothic binding structures and examine previous influences on its evolution and how it, in turn, influenced later bindings, concentrating on Northern European bindings in particular. The use of pigments for staining skins will be explored with pigment specialist Cheryl Porter.

Cheryl Porter has been Director of the Montefiascone Project since its inception in 1988. After graduating from Camberwell College (University of the Arts, London) she worked at University College London Paintings Analysis Unit, analysing the use of pigments in paintings and manuscripts. From 1992-2006 she worked as a freelance conservator, mostly for universities and learned institutions. She was Manager of Conservation and Preservation at the Dar al-Kutub (National Library and Archivesof Egypt) and Thesaurus Islamicus Foundation 2007-2010 and is currently employed as a Consultant for a number of institutions with book, papyrus and manuscript collections in Egypt. She has published many articles concerning colour in manuscripts and has lectured in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia and throughout Europe.

Caroline Checkley-Scott is currently Collection Care Manager at the University of Manchester Library. She also co-runs the Centre of Heritage Imaging and Collection Care(CHICC). Her research interests include the conservation of early Christian manuscripts from the Middle East, particularly the Syriac book, the Biccherne di Siena and the DNA of parchment. Caroline was formerly Head of Conservation at the Wellcome Library, and before that worked at the British Library. She teaches on the History of the Book Course at Manchester.  She has lectured both nationally and internationally and has acted as consultant for the National Library of Egypt, Cairo.

John Mumford is the currently Head of Manuscript Conservation at the Thesaurus Islamicus Foundation; he was formerly Head of Book Conservation at the British Library with a strong background in historic book conservation.    John served a five year apprenticeship at the British Museum and subsequently helped establish the Rare and Early Book Conservation Studio at the British Library. In 1992 he was appointed manager of the Oriental and India Office Book Conservation Studio, furthering his study of early Oriental and Eastern binding structures. In 1998 he became manager of the Oriental and Eastern Book Conservation Studio at the new BritishLibrary at St Pancras. He has taught at the London College of Printing, The Colchester Institute, as well as undertaking many workshops in the UK and abroad.

Kristine Rose ACR is Conservator of Manuscripts and Printed Books (Assistant Keeper) at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge. Her research interests include the conservation of Islamic manuscript material, early binding structures and the use of pigments and dyes in medieval manuscripts.

Between 2008- 2001 Kristine worked at the Chester Beatty Library in Dublin with a particular focus on the Turkish collections. Prior to this she was a Conservator at Cambridge University Library where she worked on a wide range of conservation projects including Islamic and Western rare book and manuscript material. Kristine has a degree in Conservation from Camberwell College of Arts and is an accredited member of ICON.

Alison Ohta Director of the Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and she is a representative of the Islamic manuscript association. Her interests include Islamic manuscripts and their bindings, their conservation and collection. She obtained her PhD at SOAS university of London with a thesis on Mamluk manuscript bindings.

Jim Bloxam, Head of Conservation, Cambridge University Library, UK. Jim is an Accredited Conservator of the Institute of Conservation. His particular research interests lie mainly in the history of books; their structural qualities and their cultural context. He has taught historical book structures in the UK, Europe and the US, focusing mainly on Romanesque and Gothic book structures.

Shaun Thompson is a bench trained bookbinder with twenty-five years’ experience. He has worked at Cambridge University Library since 2003. During this time Shaun has taken the opportunity to examine and recreate some of the medieval bindings within the library. He has sought to share his knowledge and skills by teaching a number of practical workshops in the UK. Winner of last year’s Nicholas Hadgraft Scholarship, Shaun is looking forward to returning to Montefiascone to share his ever widening knowledge and experience.

The cost of the classes is: 445 British pounds  per week and includes all tuition (which is in English) and (some) materials. The Montefiascone Project is a not-for-profit organization, and all extra monies are used to finance the cataloguing and the conservation and preservation of the collection.

For further information or to register for one week or more, please contact Cheryl Porter: chezzaporter@yahoo.com.

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Head, General Preservation and Conservation Services, Indiana University, Bloomington

OnLine Application | Jobs@IU:
Head, General Preservation and Conservation Services
Rank: PAE-3RS
Position#: 00012684
List #: 7755

Job Summary: The bulk of the work of the General Preservation and Conservation Services unit is high production focusing on treating materials from the circulating collections held in the Wells Library and the thirteen branch libraries of the Bloomington campus. The staff work on a wide range of materials, including items published from the seventeenth century to the present. The individual will be expected to lend his/her skills, knowledge, and abilities in the preservation of library materials to items that are rare and valuable when requested or as such items are identified through condition surveys from the various libraries of Indiana University - Bloomington.

Manages the day-to-day activities of the preservation services related to the bound volumes received by the E. Lingle Craig Preservation Lab; and hires, trains, supervises, evaluates, and provides leadership to two full-time conservation technicians, one full-time Kasemake enclosures operator, and hourly employees. Analyzes workflow and establishes procedures to maximize efficiency and cost effectiveness of the lab; develops and expands the preservation and conservation program as necessary; performs a broad range of preservation and conservation treatments, including constructing enclosures, developing and introducing new treatments to address specific needs, and teaching staff how to perform various treatments; and responsible for the department’s disaster response, determining the best treatment for materials exposed to environmental or biological hazards, and treating materials that may be housing insects.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library Science, Archives, Preservation/Conservation, or related field; two years professional experience in evaluating materials for preservation/conservation treatments and performing a wide variety of such treatments, including bindings, construction of enclosures, book repair and treatment of items that have water, mold, or other disaster-related damage; and two years of supervisory experience required.

Knowledge of current preservation principles, practices, and procedures is essential. Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, and consultative skills; and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must have knowledge of computers and software applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel, and the ability to generate statistical and general reports as necessary.

Must be able to lift and carry 30-40 pounds; capable of effectively use a fork-lift and dolly; skilled at using a variety of hand-tools; and able to use these tools on a regular basis. A current, valid driver’s license is required.

Note: Include a cover letter and resume with your online application and list the contact information for three professional references on your resume.

Indiana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to excellence through diversity. Indiana University has a strong commitment to principles of diversity and in that spirit seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Indiana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages applications from candidates with diverse cultural backgrounds.

For more information about Indiana University-Bloomington go to www.iub.edu.

To browse other open staff positions at Indiana University, please go to https://jobs.iu.edu/
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UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize | United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization

Ringrazio Nella Poggi per la segnalazione

 "UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize"

UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize

Characters of Jikji metal types - © Bibliothèque nationale de France

UNESCO is inviting nominations for the fifth award of the UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize. This invitation is extended to all Member States, in consultation with their National Commissions, as well as to international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) maintaining official relations with UNESCO and whose work is in the field of preservation and conservation of documentary heritage.

Referring to the information provided in the Guidelines for Nominators and Adjudicators, each nomination must place emphasis on the following:

• the impact UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize | United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization: f the candidate's contribution to the preservation and accessibility of documentary heritage, through activities piloted and developed, innovations, leadership, publications, etc.;
• any unusual difficulties which the candidate has had to overcome in undertaking preservation and access work in the area of documentary heritage.

The Prize was created to commemorate the inscription of the Buljo jikji simche yojeol - the oldest known book of moveable metal print in the world - on the Memory of the World Register, and to contribute to the preservation and accessibility of documentary heritage as a common heritage of humanity. It is funded by the Republic of Korea through arrangements made with the Municipal Council of Cheongju City and consists of an award of US $30,000 that is given every two years to individuals or institutions that have made significant contributions to the preservation and accessibility of documentary heritage.

Nominations should be submitted by completing the nomination form and sending it,no later than 28 February 2013, to:

Ms Joie Springer, Senior Programme Specialist, Universal Access and Preservation Section, Knowledge Societies Division, Communication and Information Sector, UNESCO
1, rue Miollis, 75732 Paris Cedex 15
Tel: +33.1.45.68.44.97
Fax: +33.1.45.68.55.83
E-mail: j.springer(at)unesco.org

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Professor Nicholas Pickwoad, Director of the Ligatus Research Centre, presents his first lecture of 2013

Ligatus:

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Big Bamboo Folders | jeff peachey

Big Bamboo Folders | jeff peachey:

Big Bamboo Folders by Jeff Peachey

Finally, the perfectly shaped bamboo folder?!? Hand tools, in particular, need to be tested and evaluated by using them. A poor design aspect quickly becomes apparent. The simpler the tool, the more critical each aspect is. And tools don't get much simpler than a smooth bone or wood folder. Folders are used by bookbinders to [...]

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ICCROM - events, grants, job opportunities, training, websites, etc. January 2013

ICCROM - events, grants, job opportunities, training, websites, etc. January 2013:

19 December. International Survey on Paper Conservations Methods, Department of Library Science and Information Systems, Technological Educational Institute of Athens, Greece
Aims at determining the level of acceptance and implementation--at the international level--of the various paper conservation methods found in literature."

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ICCROM - events, grants, job opportunities, training, websites, etc. January 2013

ICCROM - events, grants, job opportunities, training, websites, etc. January 2013: "20 November. ICOM-CC Working Group: Graphic Documents
Conference: Paper Conservation: Decisions & Compromises, 17-19 April 2013, Vienna, Austria
Registration deadline: 15 February 2013 (early bird)"

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ICCROM - events, grants, job opportunities, training, websites, etc. January 2013

ICCROM - events, grants, job opportunities, training, websites, etc. January 2013: "14 December. European Research Centre for Book and Paper Conservation-Restoration, Austria
Call for papers: Book and Paper Conservation: Horn II conference - From Microorganisms to Mega-organisms, 23-25 April 2014, Horn, Austria
Submission deadline for abstracts: 31 April 2013"

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Assistant Paper Conservator (one year contract with the possibility of extension for a further year) : Jobs, volunteering & work experience : About us : RMG

Assistant Paper Conservator (one year contract with the possibility of extension for a further year) : Jobs, volunteering & work experience : About us : RMG:

Assistant Paper Conservator (one year contract with the possibility of extension for a further year)

Job title:  Assistant Paper Conservator (one year contract with the possibility of extension for a further year)

Reporting to: Head of Paper, Painting and Frame Conservation Section

The National Maritime Museum is seeking a trained and enthusiastic Paper Conservator to join a team of three other Paper Conservators. The Paper, Painting and Frame Conservation Section is part of the Conservation & Preservation Department.

Job purpose:
The primary responsibility for the post holder will be to undertake routine and straight forward conservation treatments on a variety of paper based objects which may include manuscripts, letters, journals, ship plans, maps, charts, books and other similar materials.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Undertake conservation treatment of the Museum’s paper-based collections, within agreed work plans. Conservation treatment includes dry cleaning, removal of old repairs, paper repair, infilling and colour matching of missing areas.
• Undertake basic treatment to prepare artefacts for digitalisation.
• Undertake all treatments in line with Conservation Standards and code of ethics, using archival materials and appropriate techniques.
• Make custom-made folders to house treated items. 
• Ensure that all assessments and treatments are recorded using the Museum’s electronic database system MIMSY XG and photographic equipment. 
• Work efficiently within a team to ensure projects are completed within a given time frame. 
• Be aware of Health and Safety policy/Risk assessment and COSSH implications in particular when working with chemicals and machinery in the Studios.

Skills and experience

• A recognised professional qualification in Paper Conservation
• A high level of manual dexterity particularly with reference to the safe handling of historic paper collections.
• Willingness to learn from and work alongside experienced Paper Conservators.
• Good organisational skills, ability to plan and prioritise work.
• Good computer skills.
• Able to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Awareness of COSHH and Health & Safety issues at the work place.

Terms and conditions:

Core hours of work will be 41 per week, 09.00–17.00, Monday to Friday, with an additional hour to be worked as agreed upon with management.

Salary: £18,000–£22,000

Closing date: 27 January 2013

To apply please email a CV and covering letter to recruitment@rmg.co.uk or post to Human Resources, National Maritime Museum, Park Row, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NF

Please also take the time to complete an equal opportunities monitoring form.

We regret we are unable to reply to every applicant. If you do not hear from us within three weeks of the closing date please assume you have not been shortlisted.

The Museum holds the 'two ticks' disability symbol and will guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

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BNCF - 31 Gennaio 2013. Presentazione volume La diagnostica applicata al restauro

BNCF - 31 Gennaio 2013. Presentazione volume:

La diagnostica applicata al restauro

31 Gennaio 2013. Presentazione volume

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doc. n. 1484 del 09/01/2013 mod. il 13/01/2013

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Incontro sul restauro. -- Firenze, 2013-02-16

inoltro il messaggio di Carlo Federici

Care amiche e cari amici,

 nel giugno scorso una mia allieva, Maria Cristina Babolin, ha discusso
presso l'Università Ca' Foscari di Venezia una tesi di laurea magistrale
in Storia e gestione del patrimonio archivistico e bibliografico; in
essa, tra l'altro, sono stati presi in esame i capitoli del bilancio di
previsione del competente Ministero dapprima della pubblica istruzione,
poi dei beni culturali per quanto riguarda la conservazione e il
restauro negli archivi e nelle biblioteche. Il periodo esaminato copre
quasi mezzo secolo e va dal 1965 (l'anno precedente l'alluvione
fiorentina) al 2011.

 La drammaticità del quadro che emerge da tale analisi lascia
sconcertati, né sarebbe corretto attribuire la responsabilità del crollo
verticale dei finanziamenti pubblici alla crisi economica che viviamo.
Tra 2002 e 2004 il capitolo delle Spese per restauro e legatura di
materiale bibliografico raro e di pregio passa da 2.200.000 a 700.000
euro con una riduzione di circa il 70%. Niente comunque a che vedere con
il 2011 allorché il medesimo capitolo viene finanziato con euro 164.875
e l'aliquota di riduzione giunge al 92%. Se ne dedurrebbe che, in dieci
anni, un miracolo ha sanato il patrimonio bibliografico italiano
eliminando, in buona sostanza, la necessità di interventi di restauro.

 Più complessa la situazione degli archivi poiché non esiste un capitolo
di spesa da utilizzare come specifico indicatore, anche se l'andamento
generale è perfettamente confrontabile.

 Tutto ciò è avvenuto nel disinteresse generale. Mentre l'assenza di
provvidenze nel campo della conservazione dei beni archeologici,
storico-artistici e architettonici ha sollevato le proteste di eminenti
personalità del mondo della cultura, nulla si è detto, e ancor meno si è
fatto, per libri e documenti.

 Qualche giorno prima di Natale, il Parlamento ha approvato la legge che
modifica radicalmente l'art. 182 del Codice dei beni culturali. Essa
consentirà a molti giovani i quali nel frattempo ne abbiano maturato i
requisiti di avere accesso alla professione di restauratore. Se da un
lato ciò costituisce un indubbio fattore positivo per un ambito che fa
del rinnovamento il motore principale della propria crescita, dall'altro
l'assenza di una concreta offerta di lavoro da parte della Pubblica
Amministrazione, stante l'inconsistenza del mercato privato, rischia di
frustrare sul nascere le aspirazioni di coloro che si apprestano a
entrare, finalmente a pieno titolo, nel mercato del lavoro nel nostro
settore.

 Ai problemi accennati sopra, oggettivamente drammatici, è
indispensabile dare soluzione a breve termine, pena altrimenti la
progressiva scomparsa di una professione che per secoli ha dato lustro
al nostro Paese. A questo scopo ho ritenuto di promuovere un incontro
tra restauratori pubblici e privati, archivisti, bibliotecari
comprendendo anche tutti coloro che, direttamente o meno, sono
interessati alla conservazione dei libri e dei documenti.

 L'amico e collega Padre Sisto Giacomini, che ringrazio fin d'ora, ha
reso disponibile una sala presso la Certosa di Firenze (via della
Certosa 1 - 50124 Firenze) per sabato 16 febbraio: i lavori avranno
inizio alle ore 10 e si protrarranno sino alle 13.30, con la possibilità
di continuare, ove necessario, anche nel pomeriggio. All'incontro
saranno invitati esponenti del mondo politico e dellamministrazione dei
beni culturali; il programma definitivo verrà reso noto al più presto.

 Tutti coloro che intendono partecipare all'incontro sono vivamente
sollecitati a iscriversi rispondendo al presente comunicato. I colleghi
che vogliono contribuire al dibattito sono pregati di inviare un breve
riassunto dei temi che gradirebbero trattare (5-10 righe) tenendo
presente che gli interventi dovranno essere contenuti in un tempo
massimo di 10 minuti.

 Ringrazio per la cortese attenzione e auguro a tutti un sereno e
fruttuoso 2013.

 Cordiali saluti

 Carlo Federici
cfederici_at_tin.it

Advanced-Level Photograph Conservation Workshops

Advanced-Level Photograph Conservation Workshops

Professione libro :: Legatoria e Restauro :: Percorsi del Libro

Professione libro :: Legatoria e Restauro :: Percorsi del Libro:

BOXES - IV - BX40212

Milan, 22nd-26th February, 2013
Cor Aerssens, Cristina Balbiano d'Aramengo
525 EUR materials included 
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In addition to boxes which just protect the content, that are mostly very functional and minimal in their design, there are boxes that can enhance the content in their presentation and purpose.
It's possible to add or to tell a new story in their form, helping to lift up the content to a higher level. To be a beautiful object in its own right.

To be able to make the box of your dreams, it's important to know how to approach it.
In this workshop we learn what kinds of preparation are important to take before starting any cutting or building.
Deviant angular boxes are the subject of this workshop.
All kinds of non right angled corners, sides or surfaces in the base or the lid of a box
are possible and can be practiced in this workshop.
(Boxes with round, concave or convex forms in the base or lid, as well as hinges and drawers, will be treated in subsequent workshops).
Each participant will make his/her own design for a box. This design will be worked
out during the workshop.
The materials we will use are cardboard and paper.
For your own sake there are some restrictions in the design: let's say not bigger than about A4, a cupboard with 12 drawers is not a very valuable experience... and a pyramid can be too high.
Try to level your design expectations with your skills. To stand on tiptoe to achieve your aim lets you grow,
trying to fly lets you fall.
Go for the construction,
forget the frills.
Later, when you made the skills your own, it's your playtime.
Because all the participants are working on their own designs, there will be all kinds of different forms emerging. This gives a perfect opportunity to learn
from each other.
Important learning points will be shared with the whole group.
This is an advanced workshop: to follow it experience in box making is required.

LOCATION
The workshop will take place at Professione Libro
Via Angelo Del Bon, 1 - 20158 MILAN - I
TIME
All the classes 9.30 am - 5.30 pm (lunch break)
Tuition will be in English, but the teachers can assist students in Dutch, Italian, French and German if required.
REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT
Registration must be made before the closing date.
The participation fee is 525 euro, including coffee breaks, costs of materials and the use of tools, provided by the organizers.
Travel, accommodation and meals expenses are not included.
Membership to the Association is requested (25 euro).
There is limited availability so you are invited to book early.
Payment dates will determine booking priorities.
PROJECT
After registration, participants will receive directions on how to prepare the rough draft of the project before the seminar.

Closing date for enrolment and payment of the fee: 25th January, 2013.

CANCELLATION - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Enrolment must be cancelled in writing.
If the cancellation letter is posted four weeks or more before the workshop begins, the participation fee will be refunded minus a 15% cancellation charge.
If the cancellation letter is posted less than four weeks but more than two weeks before the workshop begins, then the participation fee will be refunded minus a 50% cancellation charge.
No refund will be given in case of cancellation less than two weeks before the workshop begins or if, once registered and without further communication, the student doesn't participate.
In case the minimum number of participants should not be reached, the workshop will be cancelled and the whole fee refunded.

BOXES - IV - BX40212

Milan, 22nd-26th February, 2013
Cor Aerssens, Cristina Balbiano d'Aramengo
525 EUR materials included 
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Manual Peachey Board Slotting Machine | jeff peachey

Manual Peachey Board Slotting Machine | jeff peachey:
per chi volesse fare acquisti... non è a saldo purtroppo !
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I restauratori più bravi? A Santa Fe

L’esposto è già stato presentato. All’Università di Palermo e al Centro regionale per la Progettazione e il Restauro di Palermo (foto sotto, a sinistra, tratta da centrorestauro.sicilia.it), adesso, si attende l’esplosione di un mezzo parapiglia. Questa è la volta buona, così si dice in giro, che verrà finalmente scoperto il ‘verminaio’ – uno dei tanti, in verità – che sta dietro la gestione dei beni culturali della Sicilia. Storie di docenze discusse, in alcuni casi un po’ inventate, comunque protette dai vertici accademici e burocratici della nostra disastrata Isola.
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About the Binding: Bradel Binding -part 1 a Paper Case Binding

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Bathroom Book Restoration | jeff peachey

Bathroom Book Restoration by Jeff Peachey Text block washing, old school. The binder has a curious expression, a mix of intense concentration, shock and self conscious posing.  Courtesy Anonymous Bookbinder . The back of the above photo. Courtesy Anonymous Bookbinder

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Corso sul restauro della Carta da Lucido 21-22-23 marzo 2013 Biblioteca Nazionale Centrale di Firenze

IGIIC Gruppo Italiano: "::: Corso sul restauro della Carta da Lucido :::
21-22-23 marzo 2013
Biblioteca Nazionale Centrale di Firenze
presso il laboratorio di restauro
Piazza Sant’Ambrogio, 2 – Firenze
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