Wednesday, May 15, 2024

China and France join forces to restore Notre Dame in Paris

Introduction: Recently, reporters learned from the Qin Shi Huang Emperor's Mausoleum Museum that China and France will jointly conduct research on the protection of the wooden and earthen remains of Notre Dame de Paris and Qin Shi Huang's Mausoleum.

The Mausoleum of the First Emperor of Qin in China and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France, both used a large amount of wooden materials, and there are remains of burnt wood. China and France will conduct research on wood species identification, conservation status assessment, deterioration mechanisms, protection technologies and methods, as well as research on the durability and stability of earthen sites, production processes, disease identification and assessment, and damage mechanisms. The two parties will also use this cooperation to jointly cultivate young talents in the field of scientific and technological protection of cultural heritage.

In a landmark move, Qin Shi Huang's Mausoleum Museum in northwest China has announced a groundbreaking collaboration with French counterparts to restore Notre Dame and protect the iconic Terracotta Warriors.

The collaboration, led by the French Heritage Scientific Foundation, will focus on the conservation of wooden remains and earthen archaeological sites, with the primary goal of preserving these treasures for future generations. The museum, located in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, has unveiled plans that outline a broad research agenda.

At the heart of the collaboration is the protection of fire-damaged wood from Notre Dame Cathedral and the Qin Shi Huang Mausoleum. Experts from both countries will work together to develop conservation and restoration techniques while exploring the historical significance of these architectural wonders.

The research agenda is comprehensive and includes identification of wood species, assessment of conservation status, exploration of degradation mechanisms, and development of innovative conservation methods. In addition, the partnership aims to deepen the understanding of the material properties and historical value of wooden monuments and archaeological sites at UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

In addition to conservation work, Sino-French cooperation also extends to the promotion of practical technology and method systems for the protection of cultural relics. In addition, both sides are committed to cultivating young talents in the field of cultural heritage protection, ensuring the continuity of professional knowledge and working to protect the collective heritage of mankind.

This collaboration represents an important step forward in international cooperation for the protection of cultural heritage, transcending geographical boundaries and integrating expertise and resources in a common cause. It embodies the shared commitment of nations to respect and protect our rich cultural heritage for future generations.


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