Handbook of Museum Textiles, Volume 1 1st Edition

Handbook of Museum Textiles, Volume 1 — 1st Edition by Seiko Jose is an essential, practice-focused resource for anyone caring for historic and contemporary textiles in museum collections. Clear, authoritative, and richly practical, this volume draws on international conservation standards to help professionals safeguard fragile fabrics for future generations.

Designed for conservators, curators, collection managers, and students, the book provides accessible guidance on identification, condition assessment, and long-term preservation of museum textiles. Discover smart, proven approaches to handling, documentation, environmental control, storage solutions, and display techniques that minimize deterioration and respect the object’s integrity. The narrative balances technical rigour with real-world applicability, making complex concepts usable in day-to-day collection care.

What sets this handbook apart is its global perspective: guidance that suits museums worldwide, from regional galleries to major institutions in North America, Europe, and Asia. Whether you oversee historic costume, ecclesiastical textiles, or woven art, you’ll find strategies tailored to diverse materials and conservation challenges.

Packed with case-based insights and step-by-step procedures, this first-volume edition is a foundational reference for developing conservation protocols and training staff. Its clear language and practical focus make it ideal for teams seeking to improve textile preservation standards and optimize exhibit longevity.

Add Handbook of Museum Textiles, Volume 1 by Seiko Jose to your professional library — an indispensable guide to confident, responsible textile conservation and superior collection care.

Note: eBooks do not include supplementary materials such as CDs, access codes, etc.