School of Historical Studies Centre for Cultural Materials Conservation

Application of instrumental techniques to cultural materials

Arthur Streeton
Infrared analysis of Arthur Streetson's Sydney Harbour at Cromourne (Ewing Collection, University of Melbourne).

A study of matrix effects of pigments in paints using micro-XRD
This study explores the use of micro-X-ray diffraction (XRD) for the identification of pigments.

Raman investigation of Middle Eastern Manuscripts
Raman spectroscopy is a particularly useful tool for manuscript investigation, providing “through air” analysis of works of art giving a high degree of analytical results without the need to take samples.

The use of infrared imaging in the study of artists' techniques: Infrared reflectography
Research into the system and setup of infrared imaging that can reveal the underdrawing that lies below the paint surface.

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