XRF dataset of Venus Anadyomene (6298)

Published June 18, 2024 | Version v1

XRF Spectroscopy Restricted

Portable XRF dataset of traces of polychromy of the Venus Anadyomene belonging to the Temple of Isis in Pompeii (inv. n. 6298)

The record is publicly accessible, but files are restricted to users with access.

Additional details

URL: https://perceive-cloud.iesl.forth.gr/index.php/apps/files/files/10024?dir=/PERCEIVE%20Federation%20Share%20FORTH/CNR/MANN-CaseStudies/Statues/Venus_Anadyomene_Iseum_inv6298/Analyses/6298_XRF

Is supplemented by: 2D Digital Microscopy: https://perceive-cloud.iesl.forth.gr/index.php/apps/files/files/10220?dir=/PERCEIVE%20Federation%20Share%20FORTH/CNR/MANN-CaseStudies/Statues/Venus_Anadyomene_Iseum_inv6298/Analyses/6298_Microscope (URL)

Research focus Title: Venus Anadyomene
Research focus Category: Object/artwork
Research focus Description: Marble statue of Venus Anadyomene (Venus drying her hair after a bath). Venus (or Aphrodite) in the Roman world was often identified with Isis. Originally found with well-preserved painting and gilding. Found against the west wall of the portico in the south-west corner. Now in Naples Archaeological Museum
Research focus Reference: MANN inv. 6298

Research Activity Type: Object Examination/Scientific analysis
Technique: X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy
Technique Category: Point analysis
Method Description: This analytical technique permits the determination of an element's composition in a material through the observation of characteristic secondary X-rays (or fluorescent) emission. This phenomenon occurs when a material is excited by primary X-rays. The technique is particularly valuable in the field of Cultural Heritage, where it can be employed for the analysis and characterization of a diverse range of materials, including paintings, manuscripts, monuments, metals, and others.
Tool / Equipment (or Software) Description: Tracer III SD by Bruker with Rh anode
ROI or target area or spot size: 3*4 mm
Examination Methodology: Non-invasive acquisition of spectrum on contact with the surface. Spectra are elaborated with ARTAX by Bruker or Pymca
Equipment setup - Experimental: Working parameters, 40 kV, 12 μA, 30s
Output interpretation: presence of yellow ochres, Egyptian blue and red lake

Object Examination Scale: Micro
Examination Class or Type: Single
Specific Scope linked to the Project: detection of residual polychromy on a marble statue
Measurable Entity / Property: elemental composition of paint materials
Material Category: pigments, marble, alteration products