Breaking the Mould: Digitised Images of Ancient Outdoor Stonecarvings in Ireland.

Focuses on the use of digital imaging technology for making copies of ancient outdoor stonecarvings in Ireland. Loss of original surface of stonecarvings due to exposure to natural weathering and pollutants; Interference of ferrous armatures in surface undercuts on magnetic devices in laser scanner...

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Bibliographic Details
Published in:	Irish Studies Review Vol. 8; no. 3
Main Authors:	Fry, Malcolm F., Martin, Alan H.
Format:	Article
Published:	Taylor & Francis Ltd Dec2000
Subjects:	Ireland Stone carving Imaging systems Architectural decoration & ornament
Online Access:	View this record in EBSCOhost

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Summary:	Focuses on the use of digital imaging technology for making copies of ancient outdoor stonecarvings in Ireland. Loss of original surface of stonecarvings due to exposure to natural weathering and pollutants; Interference of ferrous armatures in surface undercuts on magnetic devices in laser scanners; Apparatus used at the panel in Saint Lurach's Church, Maghera, Ireland.