The Museum - Margaret Talbot Jackson - Bog

""The Museum: A Manual Of The Housing And Care Of Art Collections"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by Margaret Talbot Jackson in 1917. The book provides detailed instructions on the proper housing and care of art collections in museums. It covers topics such as the construction of museum buildings, the arrangement of galleries, lighting, temperature and humidity control, and pest management. The author emphasizes the importance of careful handling and preservation of art objects, as well as the role of museum staff in maintaining the collection. The book also includes practical advice on the administration of museums, such as budgeting, record-keeping, and public relations. Overall, ""The Museum"" serves as a valuable resource for museum professionals, art collectors, and anyone interested in the preservation of cultural heritage.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.