Pallas University of Applied Sciences
Pallas University of Applied Sciences
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Curriculum subjectRestoration of Bindings. Restoration of Half Leather and Parchment Bindings
| Subject |
| Subject code |
NR.20.03 |
| Subject name |
Restoration of Bindings. Restoration of Half Leather and Parchment Bindings |
| Credit points |
5 ECTS |
| Grading method |
Distinctive |
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| Curriculum subject |
| Curriculum |
2017 2267 |
| Study year |
4 |
| Semester |
Fall semester |
| Subject type |
Mandatory |
| Specialization |
conservation/restoration |
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| General description |
Theoretical part
• Different binding materials and their qualities.
• Main binding damages and their reasons.
• The principles and specifics of the conservation/restoration of half leather and parchment bindings.
• Requirements for preserving half leather and parchment bindings.
Practical part
• Conservation/restoration of half leather bindings.
• Conservation/restoration of leather bindings with cardboard covers.
• Conservation/restoration of parchment bindings.
• Preparing guidelines for documentation and preservation. |
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| Aim |
| The objective is to acquire the methods and practical work techniques used for the conservation/restoration of bindings. |
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| Study outcome |
Upon completion of the course, students will:
• be familiar with different binding materials and their qualities;
• be able to identify different binding damages;
• select a suitable restoration method based on the binding's material and damages;
• perform practical conservation/restoration works based on the chosen method;
• be able to document the performed works. |
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| Current rounds |
| None |
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