Properties and conservation methods of selected wooden artifacts and structure in the Philippines

Date

7-2017

Abstract

Studies to establish methodologies in characterizing and conserving the wooden cultural heritage in the Philippines were conducted using an archaeological waterlogged slab from a wreck in Laylay, Boac, Marinduque, an antique polychromed altar angel sculpture from Iloilo and the Baker Memorial Hall in the University of the Philippines Los Baños. The conservation methodologies presented thorough examination procedures for an object or a structure using photon-based and electron-based imaging techniques prior to any intervention. The importance of identifying the wood species and biological agents of deterioration was also underscored. Furthermore, the advantage of using 3D modelling in explaining the original intent of the artist or architect in reconstruction works was also demonstrated. Results showed that a low molecular PEG treatment was best suited for bulking slightly degraded waterlogged wooden artifact. Moreover, the material view and spiritual views in conservation could be combined in restoring a polychromed object. For poorly maintained historical structures such as the Baker Memorial Hall, site owner should adhere to the maintenance guidelines prescribed by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines.

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree

Doctor of Philosophy in Forestry

College

Graduate School (GS)

Adviser/Committee Chair

Menandro N. Acda

Committee Member

Ramon A. Razal, Eusebio . Dizon, Willie P. Abasolo, Menandro P. Acda

Language

English

LC Subject

Wood sculpture -- Conservation and restoration -- Philippines, Building, Wooden -- Conservation and restoration -- Philippines, Wood -- Deterioration Wood -- Identification, Forestry, Wood Science and Technology Department of Forest Products and Paper Science

Location

UPLB Main Library Special Collections Section (USCS)

Call Number

LG 996 2017 F65 F33

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