Photographs of the past : process and preservation

Book Description :
"In recent years, interest in early photographs has grown significantly among a broad public, from collectors, conservators and archivists to amateurs seeking to preserve precious family albums. Although the medium of photography is barely 150 years old, its relatively brief history has witnessed the birth of a wide range of photographic processes. Photographs of the Past: Process and Preservation provides a comprehensive introduction to the understanding and preservation of predigital photographs, bringing together more useful information on photographic processes than any other single source. In discussing each process—the daguerreotype, albumen negative, dye transfer print, and so on—the authors survey its history and materials, examine causes of deterioration, and provide specific recommendations for conservation and care."
"This book provides an accessible yet thorough guide for conservators, curators, collectors, dealers, photographers, keepers of family albums, and anyone else seeking information on preserving early photographs."
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