Highlights in this issue
Conservation of a pang khebs
Anne Godden Amos, Senior Textile Conservator, Conservation Department
Tibetan applique work has been little researched to date. It warrants study because it uses techniques and materials intrinsic to Tibet which are still relatively inaccessible to the general Western public.
Now you see it, now you don't: the conservation of a turkey work chair
Gill Owens, Textile Conservator, Conservation Department
This case highlights a change of attitude towards the replacement of information. The transfer of covers from one frame to another brings up an interesting ethical question.
The angel of annunciation
Alexandra Kosinova, Sculpture Conservator, Conservation Department
After initial examination of the Angel and its gradual disintegration, it became apparent that a more thorough conservation treatment was necessary, including cross-sectional and pigment analysis, and cleaning.
The South Kensington forum
Alan Cummings, Deputy Course Director, RCA/V&A Conservation Course
The South Kensington Forum aims to establish a cross-disciplinary forum which inspires, encourages and reports on collaborations among the institutions of South Kensington in the applications of science and technology in art, craft, design and conservation.