Interpretive displays: investigating aspects of conservation and access of furnishing textiles within historic interiors

Young, Alice (2014) Interpretive displays: investigating aspects of conservation and access of furnishing textiles within historic interiors. [MPhil]

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Abstract

As the requirements of access within historic properties continue to develop, the implications of
changes in display are at present unclear, especially in relation to the long term stability of furnishing
textiles. This research attempts to highlight the attitudes and methods used within interactive
displays and examine the growing use of replicas within conservation. This study has shown that two
defined argumentsfor and againstthe use of replica and sacrificial textiles are prevalent.
Conservation concernsregarding damage being done to objects as well as a misrepresentation of
the past is discussed. Primary and secondary resources are combined and an in-depth case study of
National Trust propertyUptonHouse is examined. Conclusions advocate that, instead ofregarding
increased access as a negative and potentially damaging aspect of display, conservatorsshould focus
on the progressive outcomes associated with interpretivedisplays.Opening up historic interiorsto
new audiencesis apositive step towards communicating the message of conservation to awider
audience.

Item Type:Masters Dissertation
Keywords:Textile conservation
Course:Postgraduate Courses > Textile Conservation [MPhil]
Degree Level:MPhil
College/School:College of Arts > School of Culture and Creative Arts > History of Art
ID Code:49
Deposited By: Mary Anne Meyering
Supervisor:
Supervisor
Email
Lennard, Ms. Frances
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Deposited On:04 Dec 2015 10:04
Last Modified:21 Feb 2017 11:19

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