Routledge X-Radiography of Textiles, Dress and Related Objects

Explore the transformative power of non-destructive imaging with X-radiography of textiles, dress and related objects. This professional resource from Routledge provides a deep look into how X-ray techniques reveal hidden features, unexpected materials, and construction methods within textile artifacts. By using these methods, researchers can better understand manufacturing techniques, patterns of wear, repair history, and dating processes. This book serves as a guide for improving artifact documentation and interpretation. It helps professionals guide conservation approaches by providing a clearer understanding of an object's physical makeup. The text covers practical techniques for X-raying textiles and offers detailed approaches to image interpretation. You will also learn how to use digitization and digital image manipulation to extract the maximum amount of information from every scan. It is an essential tool for those working in museums, conservation, and museology who need to enhance their study of historical garments and fabrics.