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Pleated tunics

31/12/2023

Scientific collaboration for the study of the methods used for the realization of pleats on Egyptian linen garments in textile productions between the V and XII dynasty, through new chemical-physical investigations for the search for any traces of fixative materials for the peristence of the folding of the fabric.

Duration
2018 – 2023

Partner

  • Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, Turin
  • Superintendence of Archaeology, Fine Arts and Landscape
    for the Metropolitan City of Turin (SABAP-TO)
  • Large Equipment Centre –AteN Centre (CGA
    UniPA)
  • Department of Biological Sciences and Technology
    Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals STEBICEF University
    the City of Palermo
  • Department of Chemistry, University of Turin
  • CNR_IPCF Institute for Chemical-Physical Processes
  • Cinzia Oliva Restorations
  • La Venaria Reale Restoration Centre

Science

The Scientific Laboratories carry out diagnostic and research activities applied to Cultural Heritage with advanced technological tools, including an innovative radio-tomographic machine for digital radiographs and CT scans of large objects.

Training

The School of Higher Education and Study (SAF) organizes and manages training and professional development courses and, thanks to the agreement with the University of Turin, participates in the organization of the Degree Course.

Documentation

The Center develops and conducts activities of documentation and enhancement of archival and bibliographic funds of particular importance for the conservation and restoration of cultural heritage.