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A Raphael Madonna and Child Oil Painting: A Forensic Analytical Evaluation

A Raphael Madonna and Child Oil Painting: A Forensic Analytical Evaluation

Howell G. M. Edwards

Springer International Publishing AG
2024
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This book presents a comprehensive forensic analysis of an oil painting depicting a Madonna and Child in a tondo format, previously thought to be a Victorian copy. Detailed historical and scientific studies confirm that this painting was, in fact, created by Raphael around 1512 as a study for his renowned Sistine Madonna, commissioned by Pope Julius II as an altarpiece for the monastic church of San Sisto in Piacenza. The painting underwent rigorous forensic examination, combining historical research with both invasive and non-invasive scientific imaging techniques. The analysis utilized advanced physical and chemical instrumentation to determine the painting's authenticity and accurate chronological placement. A comparative review of published chemical analyses of pigments, dyes, and substrates used in Raphael’s works from collections worldwide is included. Additionally, this study explores the innovative use of artificial intelligence (AI) for facial comparison between the figures in the tondo painting, the Sistine Madonna, and other Raphael artworks. These AI-generated insights provide novel information about the identities of Raphael’s models and shed light on his working techniques, as well as those of his associates.
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Blue by Fire: A Marker of the Technical History of Glass and Ceramics

Blue by Fire: A Marker of the Technical History of Glass and Ceramics

Howell G. M. Edwards; Philippe Colomban

Springer International Publishing AG
2025
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The use of natural mineral and synthetic blue pigments in antiquity for wall paintings and illuminated manuscript historiation evolved into the most suitable blue pigments for the decoration of glazed and enamelled wares (ceramics, glass and metal) which required a stability at the high temperatures of the kilns used for glazing and firing. Historic literature is often vague regarding the blue pigments used for this purpose. The generic term “cobalt blue” covers a wide range of pigments that were actually used for the decoration of faience, majolica, stonewares, earthenwares and porcelains. This book addresses the application of elemental and molecular spectroscopic analytical techniques to a range of diverse problems which arise for decorated ceramics, glass and enamels and related artefacts: a history of techniques, provenance and authentication. The text contains an introduction to the important analytical techniques that are used in destructive and nondestructive analytical measurements and highlights potential future applications based upon novel miniaturised instrumentation for in-situ studies. The book is co-authored by two international experts with many years’ experience in the application of analysis to artworks and archaeological artefacts and in the investigation of materials and sites for cultural heritage preservation. Among 19 chapters one is devoted to an evaluation of the analytical techniques that are used and the pitfalls which can arise in the interpretation of the data. The approach conveys the detailed information which has become available from the adoption of analytical techniques to diverse problems through the scientific interrogation of ceramic and related artefacts. Examples are given of how the pigment analysis and sourcing can provide unique information about ancient trade routes and pigment sourcing historically. A classic instance is provided by the transfer of European enamelling technologies carried out at the beginning of the 17th century in Japan (Arita) and at the turn of the 17th-18th centuries in China by the Jesuits established at the Court of, respectively, the Kyushu island of Daymios and the Chinese Qing Empero Kangxi. It has hence been demonstrated that some of the most beautiful porcelains emanating from Japan and China in this period incorporate blue decoration with pigments supplied from Europe. The interpretation of the analytical data can assist museum curators, archaeologists, art dealers/experts and cultural heritage historians in the preservation and conservation of ancient materials which have applied blue pigment decoration.
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Swansea and Nantgarw Porcelains

Swansea and Nantgarw Porcelains

Howell G.M. Edwards

Springer International Publishing AG
2017
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This book describes a holistic study of the porcelain manufactured at Nantgarw and Swansea in the first quarter of the 19th Century, using both scientific analytical data and historical provenancing. This porcelain is acclaimed as some of the finest and most translucent porcelain ever produced. These two porcelain factories are linked through the artistic and creative activities of the enigmatic William Billingsley and had a strictly limited production over only three or four years during the period 1812-1820. The earliest chemical analysis of these porcelains were undertaken almost 100 years ago and are compared with the results of more recent analyses The chemical composition of these porcelains, their artistic decoration and the struggle to maintain quality production is reviewed. Scientific explanations are proposed for the characteristic Swansea duck-egg porcelain translucency and for the Nantgarw iridescence. The book is well illustrated throughout and affords a good basis for the further in-depth study of Swansea and Nantgarw porcelains.
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Nantgarw and Swansea Porcelains

Nantgarw and Swansea Porcelains

Howell G.M. Edwards

Springer International Publishing AG
2018
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This book gives a detailed account of the holistic research carried out on the analytical data obtained historically on the products of the Nantgarw and Swansea porcelain manufactories which existed for a few years only during the second decade of the 19th Century. A background to the establishment of the two factories, which are linked through the persons of the enigmatic William Billingsley and his kiln manager, Samuel Walker, involves the sourcing of their raw materials and problems associated with the manufacture and distribution of the finished products. A description of the minerals and additives used in porcelain production is recounted to set the scene for the critical evaluation of the comprehensive analytical data which have been published on Nantgarw and Swansea porcelains. For the first time, the author has adopted a nondestructive technique, Raman spectroscopy, to interrogate perfect samples of Nantgarw and Swansea porcelain, as well as a selection of shardsfrom an archaeological excavation carried out at a waste dump at the Nantgarw China Works site. Following these experiments, several questions relating to the porcelain bodies of Swansea and Nantgarw china can be answered and a protocol established for the preliminary evaluation of items of suspect attribution to confirm or not the correctness of their assignment to these Welsh porcelain factories.
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Swansea and Nantgarw Porcelains

Swansea and Nantgarw Porcelains

Howell G.M. Edwards

Springer International Publishing AG
2018
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This book describes a holistic study of the porcelain manufactured at Nantgarw and Swansea in the first quarter of the 19th Century, using both scientific analytical data and historical provenancing. This porcelain is acclaimed as some of the finest and most translucent porcelain ever produced. These two porcelain factories are linked through the artistic and creative activities of the enigmatic William Billingsley and had a strictly limited production over only three or four years during the period 1812-1820. The earliest chemical analysis of these porcelains were undertaken almost 100 years ago and are compared with the results of more recent analyses The chemical composition of these porcelains, their artistic decoration and the struggle to maintain quality production is reviewed. Scientific explanations are proposed for the characteristic Swansea duck-egg porcelain translucency and for the Nantgarw iridescence. The book is well illustrated throughout and affords a good basis for the further in-depth study of Swansea and Nantgarw porcelains.
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Sweet Singers of Wales

Sweet Singers of Wales

Howell Elvet Lewis

Hansebooks
2017
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Sweet Singers of Wales is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1890. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
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The Birthplace and Childhood of Napoleon

The Birthplace and Childhood of Napoleon

Howell-Ap-Howell

Hansebooks
2017
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The Birthplace and Childhood of Napoleon is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1896. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
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Organic Vegetable Gardening

Organic Vegetable Gardening

Howell McBride

Howell Mcbride
2022
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If you're looking for a fun and delightfully rewarding activity to delve into-literally -now is the time to take on the pleasant task of cultivating your veggies at home, organically, and healthfully. This book will walk you through the whole process, from the fundamentals of why and how to the rewarding activities of harvesting and preserving... Organic Vegetable Gardening takes you on a trip through the seasons, teaching you everything from the most useful principles to how to produce the most delightful outcomes. There are several significant reasons to cultivate your organic veggies, ranging from personal sustenance to contributing to an ethically sustainable ecosystem... This book will teach you: The Fundamentals of Why and How: not just a persuasive list of reasons to get you started with your garden but also a fundamental step-by-step instruction on how to get started.Soil and Seeds: not just how to get the most out of your soil, but also how to create your compost bin out of inexpensive materials and find the best seeds.Vegetable Victory: a list of some of the best plants for the organic garden throughout the seasons and tips on companion planting and space optimization.Pest Preparation: How to Control Pests and Fight Diseases OrganicallyHealthy Harvest: the fundamentals of weeding and pruning, as well as several suggestions for using all of the lovely stuff you raise, including multiple simple recipe ways for every plant mentionedNever throw away any of your produce Canning, freezing, dehydrating, smoking, and fermenting are all methods for extending the life of your product, and additional recipes are available to help you.Seasonal Survival: How to Make the Most of Winter, Spring, Summer, and FallImagining Your Impact: assessing your achievements and appreciating your efforts And more, much more -- Purchase Organic Vegetable Gardening now --
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Prepping with Rice and Beans

Prepping with Rice and Beans

Howell Preston

Howell Preston
2023
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In the realm of preparedness, simplicity and sustainability are key, and nothing embodies these principles more than "Prepping with Rice and Beans". This essential guide unveils the often-underestimated power of rice and beans as cornerstones of long-term sustenance and resourceful prepping.Inside this book, you'll discover: Nutritional Powerhouses: Uncover the exceptional nutritional benefits of rice and beans and how they provide a well-rounded source of essential nutrients.Storage Techniques: Learn proper storage methods to maximize the shelf life of rice and beans, ensuring you have reliable food sources when you need them most.Meal Variety: Explore creative ways to prepare rice and beans, transforming these humble staples into a diverse array of satisfying meals.Cooking Essentials: Get practical tips for cooking rice and beans efficiently, even under challenging conditions.Budget-Friendly Prepping: Understand how incorporating rice and beans into your prepping strategy can be a cost-effective way to build a well-rounded emergency food supply.Sustainable Living: Explore the environmental benefits of relying on these plant-based staples, aligning your preparedness efforts with eco-conscious practices.Long-Term Resilience: Embrace the wisdom of simplicity as you build your prepper's pantry with foundational foods that offer lasting nourishment."Prepping with Rice and Beans" is more than a survival manual; it's a testament to the strength of basic, versatile ingredients that can sustain you and your loved ones through challenging times. Embrace the art of resourcefulness and ensure that your prepping endeavors are grounded in the foundation of simplicity, sustenance, and resilience. Buy this book right now
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The State, France and the Sixteenth Century

The State, France and the Sixteenth Century

Howell A. Lloyd

TAYLOR FRANCIS LTD
2026
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Originally published in 1983, this book discusses an important ideological development: the emergence of a new concept of the state as a substantive entity and the source of the ruler’s authority over his subjects. It maintains that such a concept emerged in French political thought of the sixteenth century and was promptly assimilated into existing systems of ideas. The book re-interprets numerous aspects of the French kingdom’s social composition, means of government, economic condition and religious experience, both prior to and during the sixteenth century itself. Examining these aspects in the light of modern research, the book provides an original contribution towards understanding political consciousness in a past society: for it adopts a far broader contextual approach than is normally to be found in the works of specialist historians of ideas.
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The Curious Case of Jan Torrentius

The Curious Case of Jan Torrentius

Howell Brian

Zagava Books
2021
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In 1629, this painter, feted in the highest social and artistic circles of Hague society for his unusual ability to depict real objects with uncommon accuracy, along with being suspected of belonging to, if not being the head of, a secret society known as the Rosy Cross, is languishing in prison, having been found guilty of atheism, blasphemy, and heresy.
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Community Action for School Reform

Community Action for School Reform

Howell S. Baum

State University of New York Press
2003
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Presents an innovative community approach to educational improvement. Community Action for School Reform tells the story of a partnership between Baltimore community activists and a university as they created an organization to improve neighborhood schools. The book examines the challenges they faced, such as persuading community members that they had the necessary knowledge to do something about the schools, starting and sustaining an organization, conducting and using research, engaging the school system, and funding their work.
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You Will Get Through This Night

You Will Get Through This Night

DANIEL HOWELL

HARPERCOLLINS PUBLISHERS
2023
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A practical guide to taking control of your mental health for today, tomorrow, and the days after, from the Sunday Times bestselling author and beloved entertainer 'There's a moment at the end of every day, where the world falls away and you are left alone with your thoughts. A reckoning, when the things you have been pushing to the background, come forward and demand your attention.' Written by Daniel Howell, in consultation with a qualified psychologist, in an entertaining and personal way from the perspective of someone who has been through it all - this no-nonsense book gives you the tools to understand your mind so you can be in control and really live. Split into three chapters for each stage of the journey: This Night - how to get through your toughest moments and be prepared to face anything.Tomorrow - small steps to change your thoughts and actions with a big impact on your life. The Days After - help to look after yourself in the long term and not just survive, but thrive. You will laugh and learn - but most of all, this book will assure you that even in your darkest times, there is always hope.You will get through this night.
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