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Qatar National Library provides insights into past
02 Feb 2021 - 8:29
An ancient manuscripts section at Qatar National Library.
The Peninsula
Ancient manuscripts and heritage objects were put under the spotlight when Qatar National Library played host to a special six-day event. The ‘Scientific Applications in Cultural Heritage Forum’, launched online on January 25 and attracted a sold-out audience who enjoyed a series of lectures and practical sessions led by renowned historians and conservation experts from several fields of interest.
The principal focus of the event was on pigments and dyes used in manuscripts and heritage items. Audience members also learned about the most important spectroscopic techniques for non-invasive and non-destructive analysis of precious documents and objects, which has an impact on fundamental knowledge, interpretation, and conservation.
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Qatar National Library is organizing the first edition of the “Scientific Applications in Cultural Heritage Forum” from January 25 to 30. Held virtually, the forum will feature lectures and presentations on pigments and dyes in manuscripts and heritage objects by leading experts in the field.