The course aims to consolidate and expand knowledge on investigation methodologies to operate in the field of protection, conservation, restoration, and enhancement of cultural heritage. The course is not solely focused on the study of analytical investigation methods, but also on the selection of the best analytical procedure for the characterization of materials of historical and artistic interest (pre and post-restoration), for studying their state of conservation and degradation processes, and for potential authentication.
scheda docente
materiale didattico
Programma
Introduction to the course. Overview of investigation procedures for authenticity studies of artifacts. Non-destructive, destructive, and micro-destructive techniques. Dating methods (radiocarbon, thermoluminescence, isotopic analysis, etc.). Imaging techniques (IR and UV reflectography, UV fluorescence, radiography, thermography, etc.). Multispectral techniques. Microscopy techniques. Spectroscopic and analytical techniques (X-ray fluorescence, X-ray diffraction, infrared absorption, Raman, Ion Beam Analysis, PIXE; PIGE, etc.). Laboratory experiences and case studies.Testi Adottati
"Elements of Archeometry - Physical Methods for Cultural Heritage," authors Martini, Castellano, Sibilia, published by Egea and material provided by the instructors.Modalità Frequenza
not mandatory but recommendedModalità Valutazione
ongoing assessment and final oral exam
scheda docente
materiale didattico
Programma
Introduction to the course. Overview of investigation procedures for authenticity studies of artifacts. Non-destructive, destructive, and micro-destructive techniques. Dating methods (radiocarbon, thermoluminescence, isotopic analysis, etc.). Imaging techniques (IR and UV reflectography, UV fluorescence, radiography, thermography, etc.). Multispectral techniques. Microscopy techniques. Spectroscopic and analytical techniques (X-ray fluorescence, X-ray diffraction, infrared absorption, Raman, Ion Beam Analysis, PIXE; PIGE, etc.). Laboratory experiences and case studies.Testi Adottati
"Elements of Archeometry - Physical Methods for Cultural Heritage," authors Martini, Castellano, Sibilia, published by Egea and material provided by the instructors.Modalità Frequenza
not mandatory but recommendedModalità Valutazione
ongoing assessment and final oral exam