X-Radiography of Textiles, Dress and Related Objects by Mary Brooks and Sonia O'Connor explores the innovative use of X-radiography on textile objects, revealing hidden features, unexpected components and materials. This non-destructive technique illuminates aspects of construction, manufacturing techniques, use, wear, repair, patterns of decay, and dating. X-radiography enhances artefact documentation and interpretation, while also guiding conservation approaches by improving understanding.

The book delves into the specific techniques for X-raying textiles, and describes methodologies for image interpretation. It explains how digitisation and digital image manipulation can maximise the information obtained from these images.

With case studies including archaeological, ecclesiastical and ethnographic textiles, items of dress and accessories, upholstery, quilts, embroideries, dolls, and toys, this book serves as a vital resource. Museum professionals will find this stimulating guide essential for developing their own practice or commissioning textile X-radiographs.