Biodeterioration of Cultural Heritage and Indigenous Methods Used for Preserving Cultural Heritage
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Biology - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 1
Abstract
The world is full of cultural heritage of all kinds. A large number of monuments, artefacts and manuscripts spread all over the world are finest example of rich cultural heritage and a symbol of men’s cultural identity and continuity. Cultural heritage is unique and irreplaceable, which places the responsibility of preservation on the present generation. The different types of deterioration of heritage collection are reflected in wear and tear, shrinkage, cracks, brittleness, warping, bioinfestation, discoloration, abrasion, holes, dust, and dirt accumulation etc. The ravages of time, and extreme climatic conditions such as changes in temperature, humidity, intensity of light or even ignorance and most important biological agents, often destroyed priceless cultural property and records. It is therefore imperative that measures be taken at the earliest and in time to save and preserve these culture and heritage for posterity. The research work undertaken for an understanding of morphological and physiological characteristics of biological agents, required to identify accurately the biological species that have established themselves on the surface or within the material. With the exact characterization of the organisms, it is also necessary to assess the causeeffect of biodeterioration action of a specific identified biological agent. The identification of the microorganisms on the materials and further understanding of their involvement and causes in biodeterioration of art objects and manuscripts have to be evaluated to find possible measure to prevent and successfully solve the associated problems and restore our Cultural Heritage. Traditional Indigenous methods for conserving cultural method is seem beneficial as it did not have any side effect on the materials and also the cheap and best way in this fields. During the experiments it is observed that traditional way gives wonderful results in increase resistance development and prevent the growth of microorganisms on the surface.
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Ravindra Goswami
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