Document Type : Research Paper

Authors

• Hamid reza Arami parche baf ¹
• sajad moazen ²

¹ MA Student in Conservation of Historical Buildings and Urban Fabrics (Architectural Heritage), Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism, Imam Khomeini International University, Qazvin, Iran.

² Assistant professor, School of Architecture and environmental design, Iran University of science and technology

Abstract

One of the forgotten traditional arts and crafts is repairing porcelain art. Documentation of experiences, knowledge, and techniques used in this profession are necessary to preserve Iranian culture. Field and library studies and interviews with experts and veterans of this art were used to collect information. This article discusses the introduction of tools, materials, and preparation methods. The repair steps of porcelain include assembling broken parts, making holes, assembling clamps, gluing, and strengthening. Types of traditional natural, plant, and animal adhesives and lime to prepare some of them, due to their resistance to moisture and sealing, are used in this art. The importance of studying techniques and materials of these professions is Recognition and protection of traditional industries will be followed by the preservation of ethics and authentic Iranian traditions. This study is part of the restoration and protection of cultural property. The conservation of cultural heritage is not limited to architectural works and tangible heritage. Cultural heritage has a comprehensiveness, which includes tangible and intangible components.

Keywords

• porcelain repairing
• Pottery restoration
• Lime
• traditional adhesives