Full-process digital application in the conservation and restoration of gold masks from the Sanxingdui Site
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(1.Sichuan Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology, Chengdu 610042, China;2. College of Historical Culture (College of Tourism), Southwest Minzu University, Chengdu 610041, China;3.National Museum of China, Beijing 100006, China;4. Institute of Cultural Heritage, Shandong University, Qingdao 266237, China;5.Beijing Leshi Cultural Relics Restoration Center Co., Ltd., Beijing 101300, China;6. Institute for Cultural Heritage and History of Science & Technology, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China)

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    The dozens of gold masks unearthed at the Sanxingdui Site had all suffered from severe deformation and had not been effectively protected or restored for a long time. To explore effective methods for their conservation and restoration, digital technologies such as 3D modeling, digital measurement, simulation comparison, and 3D printing were fully integrated into the restoration process. This approach not only resolved the challenge of matching the gold masks with bronze head statues to support archaeological research, but also ensured that the correction process followed the principles of “original craftsmanship” and “authenticity”. In addition, custom-made preventive support devices contributed significantly to the preservation and exhibition of the gold masks. The integration of digital technologies throughout the entire process of research, conservation and display of the gold masks has expanded new pathways for cultural heritage conservation.

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  • Received:July 10,2024
  • Revised:April 02,2025
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  • Online: November 06,2025
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