4.5 ECTS; 2º Ano, 1º Semestre, 30,0 T + 30,0 TP + 2,0 OT , Cód. 938021.
Lecturer
- António João de Carvalho da Cruz (2)
(1) Docente Responsável
(2) Docente que lecciona
Prerequisites
Basics of chemistry.
Objectives
a) To know the main coloring materials and the main organic materials with structural function
b) To know the history of their use
c) To know the main technological processes related to their manufacture and their use
d) To know their chemical (composition) and physical properties
Program
1. Coloring materials
1.1. Pigments
1.2. Dyes and lakes
1.3. Writing and drawing inks
2. Organic materials with structural function
2.1. Wood
2.2. Paper
2.3. Vegetal fibres (cotton, flax and hemp)
2.4. Leather and parchment
2.5. Animal fibres (silk and wool)
2.6. Synthetic and semi-synthetic materials
2.7. Textiles and dyeing of textiles and other materials
Evaluation Methodology
Average of experimental reports (30 %) with tests during the semester or final exam(70 %). Each of the components must be rated at or above 10.
Bibliography
- Brill, T. (1980). Light. Its Interaction with Art and Antiquities. New York: Plenum Press
- Cruz, A. (2004). As Cores dos Artistas - História e ciência dos pigmentos utilizados em pintura. Lisboa: Apenas Livros
- Könemann, N. (1999). Manual de Restauración de Cuadros. Köln: Könemann
- Kühn, H. (1986). Conservation and Restoration of Works of Art and Antiquities. Volume 1. London: Butterworths
- Tímár-Balázsy, A. (2002). Chemical Principles of Textile Conservation. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann
Teaching Method
Lectures on various materials and theoretical-practical classes where some materials are synthesized and cases and issues are discussed.
Software used in class
Not applicable.
