Integrated Multi-Analytical Study of the Bronze Vessel From Mălăiești Roman Fort

Abstract

This paper presents an integrated multi-analytical documentation of a bronze vessel discovered in a 2nd century Roman military fort from ancient Dacia. The process involved 3D digitization, X-ray and hyperspectral imaging, and molecular, elemental, and structural analysis using Fourier Transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray fluorescence, laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction. The results of the study revealed the composition of the vessel metal and of the interior coating and the state of conservation through metal quality, internal cracks and corrosion compounds mapping. A 3D virtual reconstruction of the original aspect is also proposed based on the digitization and metal characterization results.

A Web-Based Platform for 3D Visualization of Multimodal Imaging Data in Cultural Heritage Asset Documentation

“…Today, multimodal imaging is pivotal in all areas of research, like neuroscience, the environment, or military and security applications. In heritage science, in conservation and restoration projects, a complete characterization of a cultural heritage asset is necessary to understand the current state of conservation and to be able to propose a proper conservation plan [21]. This involves a multidisciplinary and multi-temporal approach ranging from material characterization to structural analysis [22].…”