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Application of Digital Restoration Techniques in the Restoration and Preservation of One of the Photographic Images from Al-Aqsa Mosque Album at the Central Library - Alexandria

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Last updated: 29 Dec 2024

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Studies of antiquities restoration and conservation, and heritage preservation.

Abstract

This research aims to shed light on the preservation status of one of the photographic images from the archives of the Central Library at Alexandria University, focusing on its notable deteriorations and the underlying factors. The study encompasses a comprehensive restoration and preservation process, beginning with digital restoration techniques, thorough documentation, and mechanical dry cleaning methods. Further steps involve wet and chemical cleaning processes, followed by the meticulous separation of the image from its secondary support, reinforcement, and treatment procedures, as well as the meticulous completion of any missing components and color retouching. Finally, the paper explores various preservation methodologies tailored to the specific characteristics of the photographic image under scrutiny. Preliminary investigations reveal the significant impact of the coastal environment on the image's condition, with relative humidity emerging as a pivotal factor in the degradation of its layers. Notably, employing a 3% concentration of calcium hydroxide nanoparticle solution alongside Klucel G reinforcement at a 4% concentration proves most effective in addressing acidity issues within the photographic image under study.

DOI

10.21608/lijas.2020.357299

Keywords

Digital restoration, Completion of missing parts, Paper support, Calcium hydroxide nanoparticles, Manual restoration

Authors

First Name

Hebatallah

Last Name

El-Menshawy

MiddleName

S.

Affiliation

Conservation and Restoration Department, Bibliotheca Alexandria, Alexandria, Egypt

Email

heba.elmenshawy79@gmail.com

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First Name

Mohamed

Last Name

Helal

MiddleName

Ahmed

Affiliation

Faculty of Fine Arts, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt

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Volume

3

Article Issue

1

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40073

Issue Date

2020-07-01

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2020-03-11

Publish Date

2020-07-31

Page Start

21

Page End

38

Print ISSN

2535-1788

Online ISSN

2974-4121

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https://lijas.journals.ekb.eg/article_357299.html

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357,299

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2,686

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Publication Title

Luxor International Journal of Archaeological Studies

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https://lijas.journals.ekb.eg/

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Application of Digital Restoration Techniques in the Restoration and Preservation of One of the Photographic Images from Al-Aqsa Mosque Album at the Central Library - Alexandria University

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18 Dec 2024