| Author |
Keisch, Bernard, 1932- |
| LoC No. |
70606040
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| Title |
The Mysterious Box: Nuclear Science and Art
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
The mysterious box -- How old is a painting? -- Who was the artist? -- Other new tools for art authentication -- One mystery solved -- Reading list.
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| Credits |
Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
Describes the scientific methods used to determine the age and authenticity of paintings.
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| Summary |
"The Mysterious Box: Nuclear Science and Art" by Bernard Keisch is an informative scientific publication likely written in the early 1970s. The book explores the intersection of nuclear science and art, particularly focusing on how nuclear technology can be utilized to authenticate artwork and resolve mysteries surrounding art forgery. The topic is highly relevant as it discusses the importance of accurate art identification in the context of historical significance and value. The narrative follows a group of boys who discover a mysterious box on the beach, which contains paintings that may be valuable or even stolen treasures from World War II. As they attempt to uncover the truth behind these paintings, they engage with their father, who explains the scientific methods used for art authentication, including the application of nuclear techniques such as neutron activation analysis and radioactivity testing of pigments. The boys learn that genuine art can be distinguished from forgeries through scientific methods, providing insights into the processes of art evaluation. The book balances educational content with an engaging story, making complex scientific ideas accessible to a younger audience while underscoring the significance of authenticity in the art world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
ND: Fine Arts: Painting
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| Subject |
Painting -- Radiography -- Juvenile literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
66082 |
| Release Date |
Aug 18, 2021 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Aug 19, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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