Courses at the Centro del bel libro Ascona

Upcoming courses
January to March 2011
Centro del bel libro
Ascona, Switzerland
<URL:http://www.cbl-ascona.ch>

Note:

    (1): Basic introductory courses for those with little or no
    experience.

    (2): Intermediate or Refresher course for those who have
    completed an introductory course or who have some practical or
    professional experience with the subject matter.

    (3): Advanced course on special topics for those who have
    completed previous course levels or for professionals who wish
    to focus their studies on a particular subject.

104 Conservation of Wax Seals
February 22-25, 2011
(Course No. 104) (2), (3)
Instructor: Kerstin Forstmeyer
Language: German and English
Duration: 4 Days

    An overview of the various types of seals found on documents
    will be reviewed before analysing and practising various
    conservation techniques. Work will be performed on originals
    and/or reproductions. Course topics include: analysing the types
    of damage and their causes, treatment proposals and
    documentation and the execution of specific restoration
    procedures. Further topics will include: Preservation, storing,
    housing and the making of reproductions. The course is aimed at
    conservators and participants with previous knowledge in
    conservation.

    Price: CHF 840.00 (Materials included)
    Admission Policy: Limited to 6 participants.

105 Conservation of Parchment Documents
February/March 28 - Mar 4, 2011
(Course No. 105) (2), (3)
Instructor:  Franziska Richter
Language: German and English
Duration: 5 Days

    Parchment is a very hygroscopic and reactive material and
    requires special skills and knowledge for a successful
    conservation treatment. This course begins with an introduction
    into the history of parchment documents and a overview of
    various conservation methods and techniques. Course topics will
    include: analysing various types of damages and their causes,
    treatment proposals and documentation. Practical exercises will
    include: Dry cleaning, filling of losses, mending tears and
    flattening. The storing and housing of parchment objects will
    complete the course. The course is aimed at conservators and
    participants with previous knowledge in conservation.

    Price: CHF 800.00 (Material costs according to usage)
    Admission Policy: Limited to 6 participants.

106 Archaeology of Bookbinding - Limp Bindings (Long and Kettle
    Stitch Bindings)
March 14-18, 2011
(Course No. 106) (2), (3)
Instructor: Barbara Hassel
Language: German and English
Duration: 5 Days

    Limp bindings over a long period of time have not obtained the
    adequate attention of researchers in bookbinding. This was
    probably due to the lack of gilding and decoration. If at all,
    limp bindings were reported as interim bindings. There exists,
    however, a huge variety of flexible bindings with very
    interesting features. The course is composed of lectures with
    double slide projection based on the research of Prof. Janos A.
    Szirmai and hands-on practical work. Each participant will do
    five to six limp vellum bindings with different types of sewing,
    such as tacketing, long stitch and kettle stitch and with
    various types of flaps and closures. This course is aimed at
    bookbinders, conservators or others with equivalent knowledge.

    Price: CHF 1'050.00 (Material costs depending on usage)
    Admission Policy: Limited to 6 participants.

107 Basic Woodworking Skills and the Restoration of Historical
    Wooden Book Covers
March 28 - April 4, 2011
(Course No. 107) (1), (2), (3)
Instructor: David Haney
Language: German and English
Duration: 5 Days

    The course is designed especially for Book Restorers and
    Conservators who have little or no practical experience in
    woodworking. Novice woodworkers can learn the tips and tricks
    from a professional with more than thirty years of experience.
    Course subjects will include: The safe usage of hand and power
    tools, cutting and shaping wood, consolidating and repairing
    wood, glues and fillers, wood storage, the making small tools
    and helpful accessories. Participants are required to bring
    their own objects. New wooden boards to practice on can be
    purchased. The course is aimed at conservators or others with
    equivalent knowledge.

    Price: CHF 980.00; CHF 931.00
    IADA members (Material costs depending on usage)

    Admission Policy: Limited to 8 participants.


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