Historical analysis of materials used in Iranian paper dyeing with special reference to the effect of henna dye on paper based on scientific analysis

Barkeshli, Mandana and Ataie, Ghasem and Alimohammadi, Mahmood (2008) Historical analysis of materials used in Iranian paper dyeing with special reference to the effect of henna dye on paper based on scientific analysis. In: International Committees of ICOM (International Council of Museums), 22-26 September, New Delhi.

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Abstract

During the Taimurid and Safawid periods the masters introduced a number of dyes for coloring paper for the purpose of calligraphy and paintings. Historical analysis was carried out to identify different dyes, shade of colors, and the application of techniques recommended in the paperdyeing process based on Persian historical treatises. Among the many dyes introduced by the masters, henna has been the most recommended, with a ratio of 1:10 henna and water. Scientific analysis was carried out in two stages to investigate the effect of henna on paper in a lower concentration than the advised ratio, followed by laboratory work to investigate the fungicidal properties of henna dye in the advised concentration. Our experiment showed that henna acts as a fungicide on aspergillus flavus only when the ratio of henna to water is higher than 1:10. The present study revealed the secret behind the henna concentration that has been stressed in historical recipes.

Item Type:	Conference or Workshop Item (Full Paper)
Additional Information:	6091/9803
Uncontrolled Keywords:	paper dyeing, Persian historical treatises, henna dye, fungicide, naphtoquinone, Lawson, aspergillus flavus
Subjects:	N Fine Arts > N Visual arts (General) For photography, see TR > N8554 Examination and conservation of works of art
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design > Department of Applied Arts and Design
Depositing User:	Dr Mandana Barkeshli
Date Deposited:	15 May 2013 16:44
Last Modified:	27 Sep 2014 14:14
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/9803

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