Methods for the Preparation of Palaeontological Models

Issue Number: SPP22
Thematic Volume: Curration of Palaeontology Collections
Edited By: M. G. Bassett
Publication Date: 1979
Page(s): 225 - 268
Authored By: Terry L. Chase

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Direct sculpting methods for the preparation of palaeontological models are described using asbestos mache and papier mache, resin-laminated plastic foams, polyvinyl chloride modelling clay, and wax, together with various moulding and casting techniques using plaster, latex, neoprene, polysulphide rubber, silicone, polyvinyl chloride, beeswax, polyester, epoxy, acrylic, and polyurethane.

Citations

CHASE, T.L. 1979. Methods for the Preparation of Palaeontological Models. IN BASSET, M.G. (ed.) Curration of Palaeontology Collections. Special Papers in Palaeontology, 22, 225-268.