Raik Jar Abstract This paper provides an introduction to the new scientific method of Ion-Beam Codicology, IBC, which has been developed by the author at the University of Oxford for the non-sampling physical analysis of...
Mahdī ͑Atīqī Before embarking on this study, we should point out that we do not attempt the total restoration of ancient manuscripts. Instead, we search for ways of preventing their further deterioration, for in some cir...
The Usefulness of an International Database Werner Schwartz Looking at the poor state of some manuscripts, or even of whole manuscript collections anybody will think of preservation. Naturally, this means preserving the ...
Nasry Iskander Abstract The paper presents the effects on ancient manuscripts of various environmental conditions such as air-pollution, photo-oxidation, insect and microbiological attack, pressure change, vibration, and...
Ursula Dreibholz Article contents: History General Information Parchment Condition Conservation treatment Classification Permanent storageAppendixBibliography History The west wall of the Great Mosque of Sana'a, the capi...
David Jacobs and Barbara Rodgers Article contents:IntroductionComparison of repair methodsMaterialsThe repair methodSewingEndpapersBackings, linings, and hollowsBoards and coveringsCover design and decorationCare and sto...
Murād al-Rammāḥ Article contents:Kairouan and its contributions to cultureThe ancient library of Kairouan and its treasuresThe history of the ancient library of KairouanMethods of preservation in the ancient library of K...
Tony Bish Article contents: > Introduction > Fragments > Fumigation > Frames > Conclusion Introduction In the autumn of 1986, I was asked by Lawrence Conrad if l could travel to Jerusalem to prepare a Cons...
Mohamed Bencherifa There is no doubt that the Muslims attained a high degree of versatility and mastery in the production of manuscripts, as is demonstrated in the diversity of works which they devoted to this fine and n...
Abid Reza Bedar The organisers of this conference, Al-Furqān Foundation, whom I thank at the outset for inviting me to participate in their conference, have asked me to present a report on the state of preservation of Is...