B05 · Reference edition 2026.11
Object dimensions — Review and interpretation
Measure the complete stored form, including protrusions and folded edges. Record orientation so that width, height and depth remain interpretable.
Scope and purpose
Review the record before drawing a conclusion. Look for missing context, ambiguous labels and claims that exceed the evidence. The purpose is to identify what can be understood from the record and what still requires a separate assessment.
Working notes
This collection describes enclosure forms, access routes and documentation practices for paper-based material. It is intended for reading and planning, not for directing treatment of fragile objects. Fold diagrams and record examples are original illustrations with no associated collection or accession data. Material descriptions distinguish observed features from documented properties. Decisions about a real object, its condition and its environment require the relevant professional judgement.
Practical example
Sketch the object closed, identify the spine edge, and record where each measurement was taken.
| Reference record | Interpretation |
|---|---|
| B05 | Object dimensions |
| Scope and purpose | Measure the complete stored form, including protrusions and folded edges. Record orientation so that width, height and depth remain interpretable. |
| Limits and interpretation | Do not press a fragile object flat to fit a nominal enclosure size. |
Review checklist
Read the record without relying on memory; check every label; identify uncertainty; decide whether a specialist review is required; retain the original observation.