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Orthoimage based documentation of archaeological structures: the case of a mediaeval wall in Pontevedra, Spain

Lookup NU author(s): Dr Belen Riveiro Rodriguez

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Abstract

During the completion of the expansion works at the Museum of Pontevedra (Spain), a stretch of about 60m of the medieval walled enclosure surrounding the historic city centre was discovered. Due to its value as a heritage element, the discovery of this archaeological structure required the implementation of preservation activities and exhaustive documentation so that future generations will be able to know and enjoy this piece of history. This paper presents digital models that reproduce the original structure of the wall using close-range digital photogrammetry, as well as orthophotos, which thoroughly document the dimensional and textural characteristics of the archaeological site. In addition to analysing the accuracy and validity of photogrammetry in the conservation of archaeological heritage, a methodology of data capture, processing and photogrammetry representation is evaluated

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Author(s): Arias P, González-Aguilera D, Riveiro B, Caparrini N

Publication type: Article

Publication status: Published

Journal: Archaeometry

Year: 2011

Volume: 53

Issue: 4

Pages: 858-872

Print publication date: 06/01/2011

ISSN (print): 0003-813X

ISSN (electronic): 1475-4754

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Ltd.

URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1475-4754.2010.00566.x

DOI: 10.1111/j.1475-4754.2010.00566.x

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