Introduction to Conservation of Archaeological Ceramic in Italy (3 Credits)
Course #: S1-3
Instructor:
Prof. Bianca Fossa
E-mail:
COURSE
OBJECTIVES:
The
course aims to give basic knowledge of archaeological ceramic
objects. Through theoretical seminars and practical sessions, the
participants will have the opportunity to get introduced to different activities
involved in the conservation of archaeological ceramic finds, recently excavated
in the Baths of the ancient Roman town of Carsulae.
Since
the course has an introductory approach to conservation of ceramics, the
students will start with some direct practical exercises with clay materials and
fabrication techniques in order to better understand the nature and the properties of
those materials. They will then be introduced to the basic methodologies and
techniques involved in first aid and conservation of archaeological ceramics.
The
course duration is 4 weeks. From Monday to Friday, theoretical seminars and
lessons will be held during the morning with practical sessions in the afternoon.
Some site study visits to Carsulae, the Deruta Ceramic Museum and a local
ceramic
manufacturer are scheduled.
SUMMARY OF COURSE CONTENT:
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Historical Introduction to San Gemini and the Region History of the evolution of The city of san Gemini Visit to the city of San Gemini Visit to the ancient city of Carsulae
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CERAMIC in HISTORY Brief history of ceramic Ceramic main typologies History of ceramic in Italy
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CERAMIC MATERIALS & TECHNOLOGIES Nature of materials and fabrication technologies Decoration materials and techniques
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ARCHAEOLOGICAL CONTEXT & CERAMIC Inorganic and organic materials: nature and properties The environment of abandonment Ceramic decay: processes and morphology
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CERAMIC CONSERVATION The methodological approach Visual exams of ceramics and scientific investigation Archaeological Ceramic Documentation & Recording Cleaning techniques and materials Consolidation techniques and materials Fragments search methodology Joining techniques and materials Gap filling, surface protection & supports
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CERAMIC COLLECTIONS & MUSEUM CONSERVATION Museums environments & ceramics Organizing ceramic materials for storage and exhibition
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SITE STUDY VISITS Visit to Excavations in Carsulae Visit to Deruta Ceramic Museum Visit to a local ceramic manufacturer |
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