Courses
from Nov 16 2020 to Nov 20 2020
Carpet. Basic notions of conservation and restoration 2
Application of integrative restoration techniques to a small fragment: replacement of broken warps, reweaving of the wefts and knotting.
November 16–20, 2020
Course duration: 35 hours | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Total cost: €645.00
Course II: Advanced Level Reserved for participants who have completed the introductory course, "Tapestry: Fundamentals of Conservation and Restoration I."
This course builds on the introductory module through the practical application of integrative restoration on a small tapestry fragment. Participants will learn how to insert warp threads, weave weft threads, and carry out knotting techniques.
How to enroll for Carpet. Basic notions of conservation and restoration 2
Applications are closed at the moment for this course.
Training vouchers are available, which can be requested from the Tuscany Region:
Faculties
Simona Lombardi
A restorer with expertise in a wide range of textile arts. Her work at Fondazione Lisio includes teaching of tapestry, rug/ carpet and fabric weaving and restoration...
Adele Olivieri
Textile conservator-restorer specialized in all areas of the textile field. Expert in tapestry and carpet restoration techniques, she has also supported creative weaving courses. She creates tapestries using a high-warp loom.
