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Evaluation of the Curing of Adhesive Systems by Rheological and Thermal Testing
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The roman thermal complex from Curinga (Calabria - Italy)
Caterina Gattuso1, Philomène Gattuso1, Valentina Caramazza1
1a Department of Biology, Ecology and Earth Sciences (DiBEST) , University of Calabria , Cosenza , Italy.
Natural Product Research
|January 10, 2017
Summary
This study presents a diagnostic protocol to assess the conservation status of the late-Roman thermal complex in Curinga, Calabria. The findings are crucial for future maintenance and preservation of this Roman villa artifact.
Area of Science:
- Archaeology
- Roman History
- Conservation Science
Background:
- Calabrian territories have a rich history of civilizations, including Magna Grecia and Roman domination.
- Roman influence led to the establishment of villas, replacing smaller agricultural properties in some areas.
- The late-Roman thermal complex in Curinga (CZ) was discovered in 1966, likely part of a larger Roman villa.
Observation:
- The study focuses on the remains of a thermal building in Curinga, dating to the late-Roman period.
- A specific diagnostic protocol was developed to survey the condition of the thermal complex.
- The protocol was applied to the artifact to assess its conservation and degradation state.
Findings:
- The developed protocol provides a comprehensive survey of the thermal complex's current condition.
- Detailed assessment of conservation and degradation states was achieved.
- The study establishes a baseline for understanding the artifact's material integrity.
Implications:
- The findings are essential for planning future maintenance and conservation projects.
- This research contributes to the preservation of significant Roman heritage in Calabria.
- The diagnostic protocol can be a model for assessing other similar archaeological sites.
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