4DRL Report Series 6 - Reconstructing the Shigiory Torbinata: Using 3D scanning as a tool for conserving the work of Ferdi

This scanning project was commissioned by the Bonnefanten Museum’s Head of Collections and UvA’s Conservation and Restoration team to restore an artwork held at the museum. The sculpture has experienced extensive damage over time due to handling and sun exposure and is undergoing restoration by independent restorers at the Bonnefanten and in Amsterdam. This project aims to assist in this restoration by 3D scanning the damaged areas of the sculpture in order to digitally restore it to its original colour pattern, which will then be 3D printed onto new fabric to replace the original damaged area.