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Art and Science: a much debated topic
Full text linkWithin the context of art, science and the holistic value of artwork are two different ways of reading reality in the field of the protection and enhancement of cultural and environmental heritage. Reading reality is synonymous with the work of historians, which involves knowing, interpreting and evaluating works of art through a subjective evaluation and, of technicians, through an objective evaluation. By combining their respective competences and, consequently, forming an interdisciplinary relationship through a need that must reflect humility and a mutual need of each other (a neces-sary prerogative), they will, together, arrive at a scientific truth. These aspects are equally important in the formation and training of professional figures relating to the study and research of the system: artifact of historical-artistic interest-conservation environment-biota. The above is closely linked to the subject of attribution and au-thentication of artwork and to the different intermediate categories that authentic and reproduced works can be classified under. In the latter, which are the results of digital technologies, starting from authentic works, it is evident that ethical and aesthetic is-sues arise in relation to differences between authentic and reproduced works. In con-clusion, as an emblematic historical-technical example of the relationship between art and science, mention is made of the Journal "Conservation Science in Cultural Herit-age”.Within the context of art, science and the holistic value of artwork are two different ways of reading reality in the field of the protection and enhancement of cultural and environmental heritage. Reading reality is synonymous with the work of historians, which involves knowing, interpreting and evaluating works of art through a subjective evaluation and, of technicians, through an objective evaluation. By combining their respective competences and, consequently, forming an interdisciplinary relationship through a need that must reflect humility and a mutual need of each other (a neces-sary prerogative), they will, together, arrive at a scientific truth. These aspects are equally important in the formation and training of professional figures relating to the study and research of the system: artifact of historical-artistic interest-conservation environment-biota. The above is closely linked to the subject of attribution and au-thentication of artwork and to the different intermediate categories that authentic and reproduced works can be classified under. In the latter, which are the results of digital technologies, starting from authentic works, it is evident that ethical and aesthetic is-sues arise in relation to differences between authentic and reproduced works. In con-clusion, as an emblematic historical-technical example of the relationship between art and science, mention is made of the Journal "Conservation Science in Cultural Herit-age”
The scientific value of Armenian written manuscripts
Full text linkLanguage plays an important role in the development of any state because it evolves in direct contact with people's thinking, history, culture, and worldview. When studying the works of foreign and domestic scientists and classifying the Middle Ages heritage by linguistic features, it can clearly be seen that Turkic written manuscripts in different periods were written in different alphabets, such as runic, Uyghur, Manichaean, Brahma, Arabic, Latin, Armenian, Chagatai, and Cyrillic. Based on the use of Armenian graphics, it has also been established that in the Middle Ages, the heritage of Turkic peoples, including the Qypchaks, was written in a variety of genres and has survived to this day in written manuscripts. The study of Armenian writing in the Qypchak language is especially important in today's Kazakhstani social life.We seek the origins of the Kazakh language and nation in the Qypchak community which emerged in the ancient Turkic period and flourished in the Middle Turkic period. Historical and linguistic works written about the history, language, and culture of the Qypchak community, which ruled the territory from Central Europe to Northern China in the Middle Ages, have demonstrated that the study of the Qypchak people who lived in the Middle Ages is still relevant in modern science. This field studies the history, language, ethnography, culture, and other aspects of the steppe nomadic civilization. Moreover, it aims to thoroughly investigate its aspects, compare the origins and roots of ethnic groups of Qypchak descent to their current condition, and demonstrate traces of historical continuity.The German scientist Adalbert Merx’s work «Türkische Sprichwörter» (Turkish proverbs) written in 1893 and stored in the Bayerische Staats Bibliothek Muenchen library is taken as the object of research. Moreover, the proverbs in the manuscript language are read directly from the Armenian script; the relevance and scientific value of the topic is reported in the given article
Authenticity and heritage values in contemporary architecture: the local identity of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Project in Algiers
Full text linkThis article examines the relationship between authenticity and identity in contemporary architectural projects. It shows how the integration of historical architectural heritage values can guarantee this authenticity and enrich this identity, based on their re-interpretation and integration in these projects.The aim is to show that, in order to give a city an identity that reflects its local culture, we need to find ways of extracting from its heritage the positive characteristics and the values that make it authentic, and translating this culture into a new language so that it can be integrated into contemporary projects.To this end, this paper proposes an analytical grid. Based on a cross-referencing of a number of research studies, it will help to move heritage values from being an abstract concept to being a concrete reinterpretation, enabling them to be integrated into an architectural project. In a second phase, its relevance will be tested through its application to the building project of the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Algiers.The conclusion of the study shows the interest of this grid, which integrates the historical, cultural, social and aesthetic dimensions of heritage, allowing a better reinterpretation of heritage in contemporary projects with a local identity
Generative design recommendations for the historical Mardiṅ High School and Gaziṗaşa Primary School buildings, Turkey
No full textThe genetic algorithm (GA) is inspired by natural selection, emphasizing the survival of the fittest. In GAs, data is encoded as genes, and optimal solutions are achieved through crossover and mutation operations on these genes. This study focuses on a key issue in re-functionalizing buildings, where facade elements designed without sustainability concerns become problematic. The design approaches for interventions in historic buildings remain a point of debate in architectural conservation and restoration.This study examines the facade changes due to functional transformations in a historic educational building, using GA as a generative system approach. The research specifically suggests new door and window typologies suited to the functionalization process of traditional buildings in historical settings. Genetic algorithms and shape grammars were the main methods employed. A field study applied GA to propose new door and window types with compatibility values.The analysis focused on a historical high school in Mardin (Turkey), generating alternative joinery designs. Thirty window and fifteen door typologies were developed, and while the original building’s facade openings maintained their traditional form, some annex additions lacked conformity. It is thought that this study should be a methodology that can be used in the production of exterior joinery typologies in the additions or completions to be made in the process of re-functioning in many different cities, especially in the historical texture, to protect sustainability. It is believed that this approach will contribute significantly to conservation efforts in cultural heritage buildings, offering a reference for restoration practices.
Strategic planning for sustainable conservation. Case study: ancient city of “Istakhr”, Iran
Full text linkGiven the significant importance of conservation management planning, especially in Iran with its extensive archaeological sites, this study explores the creation of conservation management plan templates for ancient sites. The Fars Istakhr site, one of Iran's key historical sites, was chosen as a case study. This research is both developmental and applied, employing a hypothetical-deductive method to assess the need and importance of establishing a management plan to outline a conservation program for ancient sites. The study highlights the critical stages of examination, identification, and accurate assessment of values in developing a scientific and standardized program within the management plan for archaeological site conservation. Through these stages, a comprehensive overview of the historical tangible and intangible evidence of the ancient site is presented. Significant assessment and site presentation with mass and social media are the most important actions. This sector can lead to public and local support and actions by relevant organizations, especially the Cultural Heritage Organization. Conservation work for artifacts and other on-site assets, and provision of tourism facilities are in the second step. After that, new archaeological projects to help in the compilation of history and data documentation need to be implemented. All of these measures help the site with sustainable management planning
L’arte digitale quale futuro veicolo della contemporaneità: gli NFT (Non Fungible Token)
Full text linkGli NFT rappresentano il principale strumento per la certificazione dell’autenticità e della proprietà di opere d'arte digitali. Un NFT è un certificato digitale immutabile e protetto tramite blockchain, una tecnologia sicura che garantisce l’integrità delle informazioni senza necessità di intermediari. L’uso degli NFT è diventato popolare dal 2017, con la vendita pubblica delle prime opere d’arte digitali e aprendo nuove opportunità nel mercato dell'arte anche all’interno di canali tradizionali come le case d’asta. Gli NFT sono spesso legati all'arte concettuale, e in rapida evoluzione assieme al concetto di "bello", con opere che a volte esplorano realtà deformate o concetti ossessivi. L'opera d’arte diventa una metafora del nostro mondo, in cui il valore cresce attraverso la discussione e la reazione sociale, alimentando un ciclo che riflette la nostra realtà spesso assurda e contraddittoria. La crescente diffusione degli NFT solleva anche preoccupazioni legate alla sostenibilità, poiché la tecnologia blockchain richiede un grande dispendio energetico, contribuendo alle emissioni di CO2. La digitalizzazione, la blockchain, il metaverso e le criptovalute stanno velocemente trasformando il mercato delle opere d’arte, portando a una nuova economia virtuale e ad un cambiamento nelle interazioni tra gli artisti e la società, favorendo un sistema più di-retto tra artista e pubblico. Nell’epoca dell’umanesimo digitale si dovrebbe puntare a una sintesi tra l'umano e la macchina, evitando una visione distorta e unilaterale e in grado di comprendere l'impatto delle nuove tecnologie, inclusa l'intelligenza artificiale, senza esserne travolti. L'intelligenza artificiale e l'arte robotica stanno guadagnando terreno, bisogna interrogarsi su chi sia il vero autore: il programmatore, il robot o entrambi
The re-actualization of Makidhipuh Wayang movement as immaterial culture in Garin Nugroho’s film “Setan Jawa”
Full text link“Setan Jawa” (2016) by Garin Nugroho is a silent black and white film with orchestral cinematic arrangements by Rahayu Supanggah. Taking up the story of Java in the early 20th century, this film blends several artistic mediums. "Movement" takes on significance as a communication tool in this film, which incorporates dance and shadow puppets to convey Javanese cultural meaning through the movement's visual code. One type of semiosis that is transferred from the movement of shadow puppets is the visual code of movement. Applying a case study methodology bolstered by visual data analysis through “Setan Jawa” documentation and making reference to the movement classification system for shadow puppets derived from Roger Long’s research (1979), the results of this study show a semiosis of movement that imaginatively transposes the movements of puppets, including makidhipuh, in the film “Setan Jawa”. The way that the actors in this film incorporate makidhipuh movements into their body language highlights how crucial it is for different signs to work together as a medium to promote visual cultural literacy in the global age. 
Creating a 3D village model with multi-source data model integration: application for the protection of ethnic architectural heritage
Full text linkEthnic architectural heritage is mainly concentrated in ancient villages. The 3D models of ancient villages are of great significance in the protection of the ethnic architectural heritage in ancient villages. The aim of this study is to integrate multi-source data models to form a 3D model of ancient villages, which can provide detailed records of the ethnic architectural heritage and the surrounding environment and ensure that the memory space of the model is as small as possible. This will provide data support for the construction planning and physical protection of ethnic architectural heritage in ancient villages. Taking Hexi Village in He-jie Town of Guang-xi as a case study, different types of architectural models of ancient villages were modeled using technologies such as oblique photogrammetry, point cloud data, and BIM modeling. Through the fusion of multiple data models, a 3D model of the ancient village was successfully constructed, providing an important digital foundation for the protection and restoration of ethnic architectural heritage, opening up new ideas for the digital protection of traditional villages, and laying the foundation for subsequent research on digital twins of ethnic architectural heritage in ancient villages. 
The transformation of house orientation following islamization and independence in Soppeng Regency: a study of culture and local identity
Full text linkThis study aims to analyse the transformation of the orientation of traditional Bugis houses in Soppeng Regency in the context of Islamization and modernization after independence. Traditional Bugis houses reflect deep cultural values, religion, and local identity. However, the influence of Islamization in the 16th century and modernization policies after Indonesian independence caused significant changes in the orientation of the houses. The research method used is a qualitative approach, including literature studies, field observations in four settlement locations (two old settlements and two new settlements), in-depth interviews, architectural analysis, and a thematic analysis of the data. The old settlements analysed are Jampuserenge Village and Madello Village, while the new settlements include Bulue Village and Laringgi Village. Data were collected on the orientation of houses towards the Qibla spatial patterns, and adjustments to government policies. The results of the study show that old settlements still maintain the orientation of houses towards the Qibla as a reflection of religious values, although there are adaptations to modernization through the addition of facades to make them appear to face the road. In contrast, new settlements prioritize the orientation of houses facing the road according to the spatial planning policy implemented in the 1970s. These changes reflect the Bugis people’s ability to balance traditional values and the demands of modernity. Modifications such as the addition of facades are a creative strategy in maintaining cultural and religious identity amidst social change. This study provides insight into how the Bugis people adapt to external influences while maintaining their cultural heritage, which is relevant in understanding the dynamics of traditional culture and architecture in a modern context. 
