Overview of conservation treatments applied to rock glyph archaeological sites /
Rock glyphs, ubiquitously referred to as rock art, are often the most highly visible components of archaeological sites. Such artifacts, therefore, are most prone to deterioration and degradation from human caused and natural elements. Conservation efforts to save the world's ancient rock gly...
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| Format: | Thesis eBook |
| Language: | English |
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| Online Access: | Link to OAKTrust copy |
| Summary: | Rock glyphs, ubiquitously referred to as rock art, are often the most highly visible components of archaeological sites. Such artifacts, therefore, are most prone to deterioration and degradation from human caused and natural elements. Conservation efforts to save the world's ancient rock glyphs have been approached from a scientific basis for only the last twenty-five years. Many site managers, both private and public, have little knowledge of, or training in, the use of treatments that can adequately preserve the glyphs in their charge. All conservation treatments should be attempted only by persons trained in appropriate conservation principles. Conservation professionals, however, are scarce worldwide. Therefore, this thesis has assembled many conservation treatments tested by professional conservators in field and laboratory environments as a reference point for what can be done to treat degradation. Due to the necessity for specific training required for successful application of treatments, this thesis does not provide directions in how to execute any of the treatments addressed. Conservation treatments are discussed in three major categories: physical, mechanical, and chemical. The conclusion identifies some areas where more research is needed. |
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| Item Description: | "Major subject: Anthropology". Vita. |
| Physical Description: | viii, 102 leaves : illustrations ; 28 cm. Also available online. Issued also on microfiche from Lange Micrographics. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (leaves 67-88). |