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{"title":"Dimensions of interoperability in BIM-supported seismic structural studies: Application to the H-BIM of the chalet of the countess of Edla in Sintra, Portugal","authors":"Ana Paula Falcão,&nbsp;Alexandre B. Gonçalves,&nbsp;Rita Machete,&nbsp;Joana Silva,&nbsp;Rita Bento","doi":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.02.007","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.02.007","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Protecting the built heritage depends on the collaboration of experts from distinct disciplines that need to access building data to effectively perform their activities, such as documenting, analyzing, or managing the constructions. Heritage Building Information Modeling (H-BIM) has emerged as a solution for the virtual representation of heritage buildings’ geometric data and associated attributes in an integrated platform for accurate 3D representation and information exchange. In this paper, we address the challenges derived from the modeling and analysis processes that occur in constructing an H-BIM based on a point cloud and the data transfer to/from structural analysis software. This discussion is supported by applying a point cloud-BIM-structural analysis workflow to a heritage chalet, on which strategies to overcome obstacles in model interoperability and data transfer were identified.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15480,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cultural Heritage","volume":"72 ","pages":"Pages 217-225"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-02-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143474782","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Study of an eco-friendly path to prepare effective alkoxysilane-based consolidants for stone conservation without organic solvents","authors":"M. Rucha ,&nbsp;B. Sena da Fonseca ,&nbsp;A.P. Ferreira Pinto ,&nbsp;S. Piçarra ,&nbsp;M.F. Montemor","doi":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.02.010","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.02.010","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Finding a balance between technical performance and eco-friendliness in consolidants for stone conservation has proven to be challenging. This work explores the development of eco-friendly, organic solvent-free alkoxysilane consolidants for stone conservation. To eliminate the use of organic solvents, acid-catalysed pathways were investigated and compared with base-catalysed ones. Reaction parameters such as catalyst concentration, water content, and sonication time were varied to determine the optimal composition of the product mixtures.</div><div>Ultimately, mixtures with adequate penetration capability for porous stones, enabling effective in-depth consolidation, were successfully prepared. Additionally, these mixtures exhibited a reduced tendency for surface accumulation, minimizing potential adverse effects.</div><div>Among the concentrations investigated, the acid-catalysed mixtures demonstrated favorable gelling times and more suitable morphological and structural characteristics compared to those prepared under basic conditions. These improvements were attributed to the more thorough hydrolysis and condensation reactions achieved in acidic media.</div><div>The results confirmed that the addition of organic solvents is unnecessary, paving the way for a new generation of organic solvent-free alkoxysilanes for conservation purposes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15480,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cultural Heritage","volume":"72 ","pages":"Pages 205-216"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-02-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143474841","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Quantifying subtle color transitions in Mark Rothko's abstract paintings through K-means clustering and Delta E analysis","authors":"E.-M. Papia ,&nbsp;A. Kondi","doi":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.02.005","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.02.005","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>A pivotal figure in American art, Mark Rothko, produced paintings characterized by large, gently blended color fields, challenging traditional perceptions of simplicity and complexity within abstract art. This research investigates the application of computational color analysis techniques to Mark Rothko's abstract paintings, focusing on his unique approach to color as a means of expression. Utilizing K-means clustering and Delta E metrics, this study systematically analyzes the color compositions in Rothko's paintings, allowing for a detailed examination of color relationships and transitions. By quantifying color variations and identifying subtle hue variations, the manuscript aims to examine the underlying structures that contribute to the global resonance of Rothko's art. The findings offer valuable insights into the artist's methodology, highlighting the significance of color dynamics in shaping viewer experiences, while also enhancing understanding of art through a mathematical and computational lens. The analyses also provide a framework of color dynamics and material changes, enabling more accurate preservation, and restoration of artworks over time, ensuring their integrity and original visual impact are maintained.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15480,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cultural Heritage","volume":"72 ","pages":"Pages 194-204"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-02-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143454469","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Foreword of the special issue ``In honor of Prof. Colombini''","authors":"Ilaria Degano,&nbsp;Francesca Modugno","doi":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.02.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.02.004","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":15480,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cultural Heritage","volume":"72 ","pages":"Pages 191-193"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143452798","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Pitfalls of dye identification in historical fabrics","authors":"B. Witkowski ,&nbsp;M. Stachurska ,&nbsp;P. Lustyk ,&nbsp;T. Gierczak ,&nbsp;M. Biesaga","doi":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.02.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.02.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This publication presents challenges in dyes identification in archaeological and historical fabrics. The following key points are discussed. These points were highlighted in the course of the analyses of 180 samples of archaeological and historical fabrics dyed with various dyes analysed in our laboratory using high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (HPLC/MS/MS). These key points are: (i) the sample preparation procedure that does not lead to the changes in the composition of the sample and, consequently, to distortions of the analysis results; regardless of whether strong or weak acid was used to hydrolyze, the conjugated compounds were not completely degraded, and it was still possible to identify the source of the dye; (ii) the representativeness of the sample; the percentage of dye in the analysed sample could be a significant factor in the interpretation of the results and it seems to be more important than the sample size; (iii) the possible cause why the materials used for the preservation of fabrics during the conservation works may affect the credibility of the analysis; the additives in fibre treatment or the dyeing process could be identified, and they can interfere when the high-sensitivity instrumental analysis is used; (iv) the problem of the quantification of the residual dye in the archaeological and historical fabrics, especially when working with degraded fabric; furthermore, it is essential to consider that the quantitative determination of the dye in the sample reflects its concentration in the solution; (v) the reliability of the results strongly depends on the fabric degradation; it is recommended that samples be taken, if feasible, from well-preserved sections that have not been subjected to contamination or ultraviolet radiation exposed.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15480,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cultural Heritage","volume":"72 ","pages":"Pages 180-190"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143446048","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Assessing the structural integrity of the wax-resin lining of The Night Watch using 3D shearography","authors":"Nan Tao ,&nbsp;Esther van Duijn ,&nbsp;Lisette Vos ,&nbsp;Ilse Steeman ,&nbsp;Roger M. Groves ,&nbsp;Katrien Keune ,&nbsp;Petria Noble ,&nbsp;Andrei G. Anisimov","doi":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.02.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.02.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Assessing the structural integrity of cultural heritage objects is of great importance for their structural conservation and long-term preservation. This paper focuses on the development of a non-destructive inspection (NDI) approach using 3D shearography to evaluate the structural integrity of wax-resin lined paintings, specifically for <em>The Night Watch</em> (1642), a large-format 17th-century canvas painting by Rembrandt van Rijn (1606–1669) that is on display in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. <em>The Night Watch</em> has a complex treatment history that has many old repairs of structural defects and damages (holes, tears, etc.) and three wax-resin relinings. In 2021, before a new structural intervention involving retensioning of the canvas support, it was vital to evaluate the structural integrity of the painting, specifically the condition of the treatment carried out in 1975–76 when, among other actions, several long cuts in the area of Captain Frans Banninck Cocq's breeches were repaired and an old canvas insert in the drum was replaced. To assess the structural condition, we applied 3D shearography to quantitatively analyse the in- and out-of-plane surface strains with controlled thermal loading. First, a safe loading procedure was developed by inspecting a representative wax-resin lined test painting where reference delaminations and structural repairs to canvas supports were reliably identified with 3D shearography by raising the temperature with 1-2 °C. As part of Operation Night Watch, in November 2021 an in-situ investigation was carried out in the Rijksmuseum gallery. Two areas of interest in <em>The Night Watch</em>, the restored slashes in the Captain's breeches (0.5 × 1 m) and the canvas insert in the drum (0.2 × 0.5 m), were inspected from the reverse of the painting. Results revealed no critical structural problems associated with the repaired slashes, nor with adhesion of the lining. For the patched canvas in the drum, it showed higher in- and out-of-plane strain variations. Overall, 3D shearography provided valuable non-destructive inspection results for assurances regarding the structural integrity of the 1975 repairs and the adhesion of the lining canvas in <em>The Night Watch</em>.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15480,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cultural Heritage","volume":"72 ","pages":"Pages 169-179"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143419461","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Non-destructive examination of ancient vitreous materials from Southwest Asia: Synchrotron computed tomography at the BEATS beamline of SESAME","authors":"Gianluca Iori ,&nbsp;Philipp Hans ,&nbsp;Neva Maria Elisabetta Stucchi ,&nbsp;Latif Ullah Khan ,&nbsp;Abdellatif Saadaldin ,&nbsp;Elena Possenti ,&nbsp;Giulia Franceschin ,&nbsp;Samah Al Khasoneh ,&nbsp;Gian Luca Bonora ,&nbsp;Gonca Dardeniz","doi":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.01.011","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.01.011","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The analysis of archaeological objects poses a set of challenges related to the fragility and uniqueness of the material and requires special non-invasive techniques. This article presents applications of Synchrotron X-ray Computed Tomography (SXCT) on archaeological vitreous materials, namely glass, faience, and Egyptian blue. Using five different case studies, we provide protocols developed at the beamline ID10-BEATS of SESAME (Jordan) to understand raw material, production, and degradation of vitreous assemblages from sub-mm to several cm in size. The use of high-resolution 3-dimensional X-ray imaging combined with phase-contrast generation allows to identify and differentiate ancient faience and pigment production technologies, quantify the severity and microstructure of glass corrosion, and assess the fracture and mechanical fragility of large artifacts and assemblies such as mosaics. The combination of SXCT with synchrotron X-ray fluorescence mapping and X-ray absorption near edge structure allows to examine complementary structural and chemical data of unique examples of the Southwest Asian cultural heritage. The availability of a SXCT facility at the heart of Southwest Asia facilitates and enhances the non-destructive examination and conservation of ancient vitreous materials of the region, proving the relevance of the technique for archaeologists, museums, and cultural heritage specialists.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15480,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cultural Heritage","volume":"72 ","pages":"Pages 160-168"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143419459","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Rapid and non-destructive identification of the leather artifacts using FTIR-PCA","authors":"Mingrui Zhang ,&nbsp;Zonghuan Ba ,&nbsp;Jie Liu ,&nbsp;Yong Lei ,&nbsp;Mǎdǎlina Georgiana Albu Kaya ,&nbsp;Keyong Tang","doi":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.01.010","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.01.010","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Due to the variations in deterioration and the diversity of tanning processes, the identification of leather artifacts is a challenge. In the present work, a non-destructive and rapid identification method is provided by combining Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) with principal component analysis (PCA). By analyzing a total of 4 types, encompassing with 30 model sets, this method has been proven effective in eliminating interference related to the deterioration and overcoming key obstacles in identifying the leather manufacturing process of the leather artifacts. Two pieces of leather artifacts representing different periods, regions, and animal types were studied using the proposed method. Further high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) was performed to verify the identification results and method accuracy. In addition, by evaluating against the models, the alkaline treated sample showed higher reliability compared to the acid treated one. This method effectively addressed the challenges in accurately identifying the leather tanning processes and demonstrated the importance of analyzing and conserving a wider range collagen-based artifacts.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15480,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cultural Heritage","volume":"72 ","pages":"Pages 150-159"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-02-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143394586","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Successful species identification of textile and hair cultural relics from Xiaohe cemetery by DNA barcoding","authors":"Xiaying Zhang ,&nbsp;Xiaofeng Wu ,&nbsp;Hailiang Yang ,&nbsp;Hailing Zheng ,&nbsp;Yang Zhou","doi":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.01.009","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.01.009","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The Xiaohe cemetery is located in the desert of the Lop Nur region of Xinjiang, and its excavated cultural relics include numerous textiles and animal hair. In this study, we examined the hair fiber morphology of two relics from Xiaohe cemetery, one being a fragment of a cloak and the other a hair sample, but were unable to identify the species of origin using this technique. Therefore, we employed DNA barcoding, which successfully identified both samples as deriving from goat (<em>Capra hircus</em>). Besides, three efficient methods for removing bacteria from hair fibers were established. However, the bacteria-removing treatments may have negative impacts on the species identification of cultural relics. This study provided a new molecular archaeological basis for the studies of various archaeological issues such as the development of textiles, the domestication of fur-bearing animals, as well as the origin and early development of agricultural and husbandry civilization in the Lop Nur region of Xinjiang.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15480,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cultural Heritage","volume":"72 ","pages":"Pages 141-149"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-02-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143350422","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Enhancing the culturability of bacteria present on archived audio-visual materials","authors":"Tereza Branysova,&nbsp;Nikola Zdrazilova,&nbsp;Kristyna Klikova,&nbsp;Hana Stiborova","doi":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.01.008","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.culher.2025.01.008","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Cultural heritage objects, rich with historical significance, face the persistent threat of biodeterioration, potentially resulting in irreplaceable losses. While both fungi and bacteria contribute to this process, bacterial involvement is often underrepresented in scholarly research compared to fungal studies. Although culture-independent methods provide comprehensive insights, the culture-dependent approach remains the primary approach in archive settings. Therefore, this study aims to optimise cultivation strategies to identify bacterial communities present on historical audio-visual materials stored in two Czech Republic archives, with an emphasis on enhancing captured diversity as well as numbers of colony-forming units. To accomplish this, various cultivation strategies were employed, including the use of multiple media types, prolonged cultivation time, diluted nutrient concentrations in the media, and the addition of a resuscitation-promoting factor (Rpf). Subsequent identification was conducted through either MALDI-TOF MS or Sanger sequencing. A total of 759 isolates, representing 26 distinct genera, were obtained, with the <em>Bacillus</em> and <em>Micrococcus</em> genera emerging as the most prevalent. The use of multiple media significantly increased the diversity of captured bacteria, with only 10 % and 20 % of genera shared across all media in the Trebon and Brno archives, respectively. The addition of Rpf enabled the capture of several additional genera, mostly from the Actinomycetota phylum. Additionally, distinct bacterial communities were associated with different binder types (albumen, collodion, and gelatine), with only six genera shared across all binder types, indicating metabolic versatility among these bacteria. These findings enhance our understanding of bacterial communities on audio-visual materials and underscore the importance of diverse cultivation strategies in capturing a comprehensive picture of microbial diversity in archival settings.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15480,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cultural Heritage","volume":"72 ","pages":"Pages 131-140"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-02-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143349387","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}