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Laboratory Methods in Identification Historical Fiber- Case Study on Flag of the Onchi MeydanNeigberhood Mosque in Ardabil
Sahar Borhan, Shahrzad Amin-Shirazi , Mahboubeh Bihgam,
Volume 1, Issue 3 (Spesial Issue 1.3 2019)
Abstract
The conservation and restoration of artifacts, including textiles, depends on understanding the characteristics and properties of the artifact. By increasing information about the artifact, decisions can be made with greater confidence and certainty about how to handle and preserve the artifacts. Fibers, as the main constituent of textiles, are an important part of the study of historical textiles, and answering the questions raised in the field of fiber technology and pathology can pave the way for the next steps in the conservation of a historical textile. The more and more accurate the information obtained in this field, the more accurate and reliable the conservation measures will be. In the study of fibers, a large part of the information is obtained using various laboratory methods and instrumental analysis and examining the surface and structure of the artifact. The diversity and multiplicity of these methods have made recognizing the advantages and limitations of each of these methods a key factor in study planning and experimental design. In this study, a woven flag belonging to the Onchi Meydan neighborhood in Ardabil city was subjected to laboratory studies. Despite the large number and diversity of samples, the identification of the fibers of this flag was carried out using flame and microscopic examination methods.

Designing a Storage System for the Textile Repository of the Anthropological Research Institute
Marziyeh Chelbi, Mohammad Taghi Ashouri, Shahrzad Amin-Shirazi-Nejad, Fatemeh Alimirzaei,
Volume 2, Issue 4 (ویژه نامه 2020)
Abstract
Storage facilities constitute a core element in the structure of any cultural, scientific, and research institution. Addressing their functions, optimizing their design, and equipping them to ensure the proper preservation of objects, as well as preventing damage and deterioration, is of paramount importance. The significance of storage facilities lies in the fact that the majority of objects and artifacts within a collection are preserved in storage. Consequently, these spaces must meet high standards of conservation and security and require continuous care and monitoring.This article examines, as a pilot case, the textile repository of the Anthropological Research Institute, which houses a large volume of textiles belonging to diverse Iranian ethnic groups and cultures, representing a collection of exceptional value and importance. The current storage facility is unsuitable for the preservation of this collection and requires redesign and renovation in line with the specific vulnerabilities of textiles and international preventive conservation standards. The ultimate aim of this study is to improve the storage conditions of the ethnographic clothing collection through a newly designed system that complies with these standards.The research methodology relies on a review of library resources and the findings of similar projects. Although deterioration is inevitable, particularly in sensitive objects such as textiles, implementing appropriate storage strategies and environmental control systems can significantly prolong the lifespan of these invaluable objects and slow down the process of degradation.

Conservation of Leather, Wood and Plant Fiber Works Found in Cheharabad Zanjan Mine
Narguess Afzalipour, Shahrazad Amin-Shirazi Nezhad,
Volume 3, Issue 3 (12-2020)
Abstract
Cheharabad Zanjan mine is one of the few ancient salt mines in the world and the only identified salt mine in Iran that has evidence of salt extraction in a long period of time from about 500 BC to the modern era. According to the field research conducted so far in the explored area of the mountain of this mine, the mining activities related to the Achaemenid, Sassanid, Middle and Late Islamic periods have been proven. What has been done in this project is the result of a year of group effort by experts during the solar years of 1398 and 1399 in order to protect, maintain and restore a valuable collection, uncovered from Cheharabad mine in Zanjan. Leather bag, fur-leather gloves, skins, and leather shoes are among the prominent objects of this collection. Following the decisions made by the managers of the exploration in this historical mine, some of the uncovered objects were selected for preparation and presentation in a joint exhibition between the National Museum of Iran and the Bochum Mining Museum with the title "Death in the Salt Mine, an Archaeological Narrative from the Land of Pars". became in order to present various works in this exhibition, it was necessary to study and protect them with the aim of checking the conditions of the works, necessary protective measures and carrying out preparatory operations for the safe display of the works in the exhibition. 33 leather objects, 23 wooden objects, 7 plant fibers (rope) and 4 animal remains were studied and preserved. The work process includes examination and documentation, chemical tests, examination of surfaces with a digital microscope, biological tests, cleaning, softening, finding parts, cconsolidation and fixing, Retouching, strengthening, removing the label and renumbering and packaging. It has been fixed. Considering the nature of the selected collection, the purpose of working on them has been to identify and discover the final state and introduce them as museum objects rather than the works that previously only had study value by recognizing their use as unique museum objects. protected and displayed. The small number of organic works among the findings of archaeological excavations in Iran increases the importance of the correct and principled preservation of these unique objects.

Patent report Application of Eucalyptus Extract on Paper as a green Insect Repellent for Conservation of historical Textiles
Azadeh Moghadam , Shahrzad Amin-Shirazi Nezhad, Ali Nazari ,
Volume 7, Issue 3 (11-2024)
Abstract
A novel method utilizing eucalyptus extract for the protection of woolen artifacts against invasive insects has been developed. This eco-friendly approach is highly compatible with environmental ecosystems, poses no risk to humans, and is safe for historical textiles. The application of this extract does not adversely affect the artifacts, their physical properties, appearance, or fiber strength. The eucalyptus extract is obtained using a Soxhlet extraction method with ethanol 96°, and neutral pH paper strips are impregnated with the extract. These eucalyptus-infused strips serve as an environmentally friendly, human-safe, and artifact-compatible insect repellent. They can be employed in various applications, such as packaging material, display linings, storage boxes, and protective layers between artifacts in storage. The production cost is low, and the method offers higher safety and efficacy compared to existing alternatives.

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