Reports on the problem of biodeterioration of works of art. This didactic text is intended for conservators without specialization in biology and for biologist lacking experience in conservation.
Sixty-seven communications presented to the international technical conference held in Athens (Greece), 31 October to 3 November 1989, deal with the various problems of masonry building consolidation and repair.
12 papers cover different problems of the treatment and conservation of adobe structures. Consolidation and stabilization of earthen buildings and ruins is dealt with in detail.