Book conservation and repair: paper and cloth-bound books

City Lit

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In London

£ 469 VAT inc.

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

A structured course in the repair and conservation of paper-backed and cloth-bound books. Paper repair will also be covered in the context of repairs both in situ and to flat documents.
What students liked most about this course run in 2015/16:
"The independence to continue with personal projects, but with excellent support if needed."
"Learning the skills in a pleasant atmosphere, which enabled me to restore some of my book collection."

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

- Repair paper and cloth-cased books.
- Dry clean paper and cloth.
- Undertake paper repairs including in-filling and lining.
- Tone paper and linen.
- Re-back using paper or cloth.

You must provide your own books for working on. The bindery is equipped with most tools but you will be expected to bring your own hand tools. Information and guidance as to special requirements will be given at the beginning of the course. Some materials will be available in class, and you will be encouraged to source your own.
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If you would like to buy art materials for your personal use outside of the course, City Lit students receive 10% discount off everything* from Cass Art, the UK's leading art supplies retailer. Your tutor will advise you on what you should buy

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Subjects

  • Conservation

Course programme

You will undertake rebacks and repairs to bound books and flat works on paper. Colouring of cloth and paper and repair to corners will also be covered. Paper repairs will be undertaken where necessary including the repair of dust jackets. Repair of documents and plates will be demonstrated.

Group tuition and demonstration and individual attention as required. Some handouts will be given, but you will be expected to keep and use your own working notes at all times.

Additional information

Further conservation classes such as VD203 Book conservation and repair: leather bound books & VD204 Book conservation and repair: vellum bound books, VD245, VD246 & VD247 Book conservation workshop: intermediate and advanced. Your tutor will be able to advise you during this course or see the course guide or browse the website for information. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further details

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Book conservation and repair: paper and cloth-bound books

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