Scientific Approaches to Ceramics and Glass Conservation

Starts:  Nov 11, 2019 09:00 (CN)
Ends:  Nov 22, 2019 17:00 (CN)
Associated with  Objects Specialty Group
  • This workshop runs from 11 - 22 November with expert tuition and is by application only.
  • Generously funded to offer 12 places for attendees from outside of mainland China and includes accommodation and flights.
  • Apply by 1 May to be considered for this unique development opportunity.

Speakers for our 2019 programme

IIC's International Training Centre for Conservation, delivered in collaboration with the Palace Museum, Beijing is pleased to announce its 2019 training programme.

The topic is 'Scientific Approaches to Ceramics and Glass Conservation' and it will be led by distinguished professionals and IIC Fellows. Speakers include Dr. Jixiang Shang, Director of the Palace Museum, Sarah Staniforth CBE, President Emeritus of IIC, Stephen Koob, from the Corning Museum of Glass and Dr. Austin Nevin from the University of Gothenburg.

Topics

This is an opportunity for mid-career professionals to address topics in depth ranging from preventive conservation, storage, cleaning, thin-section petrography, ethical issues and re-restoration.

It's also a wonderful chance for 12 conservators and cultural heritage professionals from anywhere in the world to explore Beijing and the Palace Museum. The course is also free if you are a participant from mainland China, but you should seek support from your institution for attendance costs.

Location

The Palace Museum
4 Jingshan Front St, Dongcheng Qu
Beijing, 100006