Charles Davis writes “Book and manuscript conservator Christopher Clarkson has been awarded the Royal Warrant Holders Association 2004 Plowden Medal. The honour, which celebrates the most significant recent contribution to the conservation profession, went to Mr Clarkson in recognition of his lifetime’s work. The medal is named after The Hon Anna Plowden who was awarded a CBE for her contribution to conservation.
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He is most renowned for his work with medieval manuscripts. His study of limp vellum bindings is regarded as the canonical work in the field.”
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