Textile Conservation — DU B.Sc. (Hons.) Home Science Previous Year Question Papers

1. (a) Write short notes on any five of the following conservation-related terms: (2×5=10) (iii) Coroplast (vi) Conservation-grade adhesive (vii) Deterioration (b) Identify the correct term for any five of the following descriptions : (i) A branch of museum studies concerned with the theory and practice of organising, maintaining, and managing museums. (ii) The spreading or transfer of dye or .colour from one part of a textile to another, especially when wet. (iii) The breakdown of cellulose and protein fibres through chemical reaction with water molecules. (iv) An instrument used to measure the level of light in a museum environment. (v) A common textile pest that feeds on wool and silk fabrics, causing characteristic hole damage. (vi) Small yellow, brown, or reddish-brown spots on paper or canvas, caused by mould or oxidation of iron particles (t5.) viem a rm fi± ¥ a ian aft Tfa iTa# TR RE fan rm : 2. What role does cleaning play in the conservation of historic textiles? With the help of examples, explain the different cleaning techniques available to a textile conservator and discuss the advantages and limitations of each. (15) 3. (a) Identify and discuss the major environmental and biological factors that lead to the degradation of textile artefacts in museums. (10) (b) Explain the different types of labelling systems used in museums and their significance. (5) 4. Define curative and preventive conservation. Using relevant examples from textile museum collections, explain how both approaches contribute to the long-term preservation of artefacts. (15) 5. (a) What is documentation in the context of textile museums? Describe its components and explain why it is essential for conservation planning. (b) Classify and describe the various types of soiling found on museum textiles. (5) 6. Discuss the principles and practices of displaying textile collections in a museum. What factors must a conservator consider, and what display techniques and supports can be used to minimise damage while maximising aesthetic presentation? Illustrate your answer. (15)