Modern Technology Applications in the Restoration of an Ancient Mud Brick Houses in Dakhla Oasis, Egypt
Yasser Sayed Ali,
Mahmoud Mohamed Massoud
Issue:
Volume 4, Issue 6, November 2016
Pages:
87-94
Received:
13 September 2016
Accepted:
28 September 2016
Published:
25 October 2016
DOI:
10.11648/j.ija.20160406.11
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Abstract: Earthen architecture and ancient Mud Brick Houses come in a vast variety of Dakhla Oasis archaeological sites date back to Pharaonic, Coptic and Islamic periods and characterized by the construction materials compatible with the dry desert climates. Due to changes in the precipitation pattern of rainfall in the last three years in Dakhla Oasis, so it has been improved physics, mechanical properties of mud brick to become the best in the waterproofing of rain water without a change in properties or color by using modern technology applications in the production of modern building materials. Tests included the study of density, porosity, water absorption, Shrinkage, hardness and compressive strength, and color changes. Mineralogical composition and granulometric distribution of five ancient mud brick samples measuring, (2.5×2.5×2.5) from Dakhla Oasis were studied by using the analytical way X-ray diffraction to determine the main components and characteristics. In addition, using scanning electron microscope (SEM- EDAX) to study the results of the sample examination Synthetically treated. This paper studies includes scientific methods in the restoration of the architectural elements of an ancient mud brick house in Dakhla oasis, by using of modern technology applications, This can be utilized as evidence in Waterproofing mud brick buildings in Egypt and the earthen architecture worldwide in accordance with the priorities identified in each building.
Abstract: Earthen architecture and ancient Mud Brick Houses come in a vast variety of Dakhla Oasis archaeological sites date back to Pharaonic, Coptic and Islamic periods and characterized by the construction materials compatible with the dry desert climates. Due to changes in the precipitation pattern of rainfall in the last three years in Dakhla Oasis, so ...
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Modern Conservation Technique: Wall Paintings in the Valley of the Queens, a Testament to the Beauty of a Dual Conservation-Restoration Approach
Issue:
Volume 4, Issue 6, November 2016
Pages:
95-102
Received:
18 October 2016
Accepted:
15 December 2016
Published:
10 January 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ija.20160406.12
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Abstract: Conservation-restoration’s overall objective is the preservation, protection, and enhancement of historic values currently present in archaeological and cultural heritage. Conservative conservation-restoration influenced by modern restoration techniques, should be able to improve on previous conservation-only efforts. It is important to emphasize that whenever possible during the cleaning phases, the historical and aesthetic aspects of a monument are respected. This involves safeguarding restoration and conservation carried out in the past and preserving the original patina. This article presents a dual conservation-restoration approach because it is in this way that human artistry expresses itself: there is an aesthetic aspect derived from the innate artistic inspiration of the artist/painter and creators as well as a historical aspect placing the work in a determinate place and time. This technique differs from the conservation-only status quo currently practiced in the Middle East, in countries such as Egypt, which favor the historical aspect more than original aesthetics.
Abstract: Conservation-restoration’s overall objective is the preservation, protection, and enhancement of historic values currently present in archaeological and cultural heritage. Conservative conservation-restoration influenced by modern restoration techniques, should be able to improve on previous conservation-only efforts. It is important to emphasize t...
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