The objective of this study is to emphasize the significance of condition inspections for collections and propose a comprehensive deterioration condition marking system. This system assist relevant personnel in accurately recording and describing the deterioration condition of collections. The research methodology involves utilizing the 5W1H analysis method to explore six aspects of the situation view application. By combining information visualization and semiotics theories and referring to cartographic legend design principles, a universal degradation status indication system was established. By collecting status inspection reports from various units, organizing exist labeling methods, analyzing their advantages and disadvantages, issues were identified through these real cases, and new solutions were proposed to present clear overview of the deterioration status.
The design of the marking method incorporates museology, material science, semiotics, and visual psychology, among multiple disciplines. Ultimately, "color" was employed to represent the type of deterioration (base material, pigment layer) and its characteristics (chemical, biological deterioration). "Symbols" were used to indicate the specific type of deterioration, considering the appearance of the deteriorated conditions. Furthermore, the design took into account the principles of point, line, and surface representation, applying the concept of visual variables from cartography to differentiate among various degradation conditions.
The aim of this study is to gather input from various reports and establish a consistent labeling method to alleviate the difficulties faced by collection personnel when reading and creating deterioration inspection maps. This will improve the efficiency of collection preservation and restoration efforts, as well as foster advancements in cultural heritage conservation.

Authors:
Han Chung Wu, Cheng Shiu University, Taiwan
Chin-Wen Chung, Cheng Shiu University, Taiwan
Wei-Fang Yu, Cheng Shiu University, Taiwan
Jhih-Yan Yu, Cheng Shiu University, Taiwan

About the Presenter(s)
Dr. Wu is currently an Associate Professor of Cheng-Shiu University. To make headway in materials development and scientific testing is my favorite interest. Moreover, my current project is absorbed in Cultural Heritage Preservation.

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