Technology, pathology and scientific analysis of a piece of safavid curtain in the Moghadam museum

• Main Authors: Paryad, Mina, Janpourtaher, Mina, Barkeshli, Mandana
• Format: Article
• Language: English; English
• Published: NC State University College of Textile, USA 2018
• Subjects: NK Decorative arts Applied arts Decoration and ornament
• Online Access: http://irep.iium.edu.my/72814/1/72814%20Technology%2C%20pathology%20and%20scientific%20analysis.pdf; http://irep.iium.edu.my/72814/2/72814%20Technology%2C%20pathology%20and%20scientific%20analysis%20SCOPUS.pdf; http://irep.iium.edu.my/72814/; https://ojs.cnr.ncsu.edu/index.php/JTATM/article/view/10333/5992

The curtain under study with the inventory number 3421 is one of the exquisite brocade fabrics belonging to Iran’s Safavid period (dated 16 century) housed in Moghadam museum . This research aims to identify the stitching techniques, texture, pigments, and deterioration factors and examining the different causes of damages through historical and artistic review. Data and information collected in this study were found through library and field studies, laboratory tests, instrument approaches, analysis , survey, and direct observation of the object. Fibers and pigments were detected by using polarizing light microscopy, chemical tests, and affordable analysis devices. Results showed fibers such as silk, Indigo, and Madder were identified as main colorants used in dying the fibers. Also, according to the SEM results, metal thread was identified as pure silver, which is covered with a layer of black sulfur. According to postural warp and weft, and braid string, the weaving technique was a combination method with a split-woven technique. A series of internal and external destructive factors, as well as improper past repairs, caused several damages to the fabric. Based on the current condition of the object and the damages it contains, this research aims to identify the deterioration factors and assess them.