Editorial
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Federica Cappa
The world of manuscripts, whether on paper or parchment, represents a vast and invaluable collection of items spread across the globe. These are not only precious objects but also indelible records of history and culture. Therefore, special attention to the preservation and conservation of this cultural heritage is crucial. In the past decade, there has been a growing need to create a synergy between the fields of natural science and the humanities to find the best strategies for conserving these objects.
In this topical issue of Restaurator, we aim to highlight the importance of collaborative efforts between these two disciplines and raise awareness about the benefits and possibilities of an interdisciplinary approach to written heritage conservation.
We have curated a collection of high-impact scientific papers for scholars and conservators. These contributions span various scientific disciplines, from chemistry to biocodicology, guiding readers through different methodologies and analytical approaches that deepen our understanding of the materiality of manuscripts. The selected papers range from theoretical perspectives to practical applications, including several case studies that demonstrate the significance of combined efforts in preserving our written patrimony.
We hope that the contributions in this special issue will inspire new collaborations and open new frontiers in this field, which still holds much potential for exploration.
Federica Cappa
Guest Editor
© 2024 Walter de Gruyter GmbH, Berlin/Boston
Articles in the same Issue
- Frontmatter
- Editorial
- Editorial
- Preface
- Editorial
- Original Works
- Treating Brown Inks: Investigation into the Effects of Aqueous Treatment Methods on the Colour Stability of Bister, Sepia, Iron Gall and Logwood Inks
- Characterization of Historical and Modern Leathers Using FTIR, XRD, SEM-EDX, and Thermal Techniques
- Material Characterisation of 19–20th Century Manuscripts from Northern Thailand
- Review
- Proteomics to Study Parchment Degradation – From Bulk to Spatial Analysis
- Original Works
- The Dagulf Psalter (Austrian National Library Cod. 1861): A Multi-Analytical Approach to Study Inks, Dyes, and Pigments of this Early Carolingian Manuscript
- Copper Complexes in Verdigris Painting Mixtures: An Electron Paramagnetic Resonance Characterization
- Restoration of the Information on De-colourized Architectural Cyanotypes
- Study on the Material Properties and Deterioration Mechanism of Palm Leaves
- Analysis of Two Different Inks and Application Techniques on Palm Leaf Manuscripts Through Non-Invasive Analysis
Articles in the same Issue
- Frontmatter
- Editorial
- Editorial
- Preface
- Editorial
- Original Works
- Treating Brown Inks: Investigation into the Effects of Aqueous Treatment Methods on the Colour Stability of Bister, Sepia, Iron Gall and Logwood Inks
- Characterization of Historical and Modern Leathers Using FTIR, XRD, SEM-EDX, and Thermal Techniques
- Material Characterisation of 19–20th Century Manuscripts from Northern Thailand
- Review
- Proteomics to Study Parchment Degradation – From Bulk to Spatial Analysis
- Original Works
- The Dagulf Psalter (Austrian National Library Cod. 1861): A Multi-Analytical Approach to Study Inks, Dyes, and Pigments of this Early Carolingian Manuscript
- Copper Complexes in Verdigris Painting Mixtures: An Electron Paramagnetic Resonance Characterization
- Restoration of the Information on De-colourized Architectural Cyanotypes
- Study on the Material Properties and Deterioration Mechanism of Palm Leaves
- Analysis of Two Different Inks and Application Techniques on Palm Leaf Manuscripts Through Non-Invasive Analysis
