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Standard Terminology of
Textile Conservation1

This standard is issued under the fixed designation D 5038; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of the last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.

1. Scope

1.1 This terminology covers the conservation of cultural
objects made of or containing textiles.

1.2 This terminology may be used by educators, governing
bodies, museum directors and professionals, and private and
institutional conservators.

1.3 This terminology may be used in correspondence,
records, and reports pertaining to textile conservation.

1.4 When any of these definitions are removed from the
context of this standard, insert the delimiting phrase, in textile
conservation.

1.5 For definitions of other terms relating to textiles, see
Terminology D 123.

2. Referenced Documents

2.1 ASTM Standards:
D 123 Terminology Relating to Textiles2

2.2 Other Documents:
A Definition of Conservation Terminology3

3. Terminology

conservation, n—the profession devoted to the preservation of
cultural property for the future. Conservation activities
include examination, documentation, treatment, and preventive care, supported by research and education.
DISCUSSION—The purpose of conservation is to retain significantly