Conservation of Photographs

Conservation of Photographs: Significance, Use and Care provides a comprehensive and inclusive overview of theory, research, and practice in the conservation of photograph collections, from the analogue to the digital era.



Including insights from nearly 100 leading international professionals, this book is a tribute

to the synergistic advancements in photograph conservation in recent decades. Connecting

material; imaging; computational and natural sciences; aesthetics; ethics and philosophy; history;

art history; art; and cultural context studies, these engaging writings contextualize our

photographic heritage and its long-term preservation – past, present, and future. This book

explores the philosophical underpinnings and evolution of the field, before moving on to

detail innovative methodologies for assessing photographic heritage. The inclusion of material

on characterization; imaging and authentication studies; conservation practice; innovation;

and ethical constraints; as well as on current approaches to effective collections management

and preventive care, ensures that this volume is an invaluable resource and important practical

reference.

Conservation of Photographs: Significance, Use and Care will spark a collective drive towards a more complete understanding and preservation of the world’s photographic legacy. As such, the volume is useful for scholars, students, and practitioners working in the fields of photography, conservation, art, art history, history, and cultural heritage.