Straightforward Stereoscopic Techniques for Archaeometric Interpretation of Archeological Artifacts

Stereoscopic visualization plays a significant role in the detailed and accurate interpretation of various geometric features on the surface of archaeological artifacts, which can be challenging to perceive using conventional two-dimensional visualizations. Moreover, virtual 3D models can be shared...

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Published in:Heritage 2023-06, Vol.6 (7), p.5066-5081
Main Authors: Gajski, Dubravko, Župan, Robert, Racetin, Ivana, Krstić, Ružica
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Antiquities
archaeological interpretation
Archaeology
Blender
Computer peripherals
Cultural heritage
Geometry
Methods
Museums
Open source software
Photogrammetry
Scholarly communication
stereoscopy
Virtual reality
Visualization
Vučedol Dove
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Summary:Stereoscopic visualization plays a significant role in the detailed and accurate interpretation of various geometric features on the surface of archaeological artifacts, which can be challenging to perceive using conventional two-dimensional visualizations. Moreover, virtual 3D models can be shared with other archaeologists for interpretation and the exchange of opinions. The hardware requirements for rendering stereoscopic 3D models are often readily available on desktop computers, or require only a minimal investment for implementation. This article focuses on creating stereoscopic visualizations of a stylized dove-shaped cult vessel for a virtual museum project. The term “visualization” is defined, emphasizing its significance and everyday applications. The camerawork techniques and processes involved in stereoscopic image production, including anaglyph imaging and polarization, are described. Blender (community-driven project under the GNU General Public License (GPL), Blender Foundation is a member of Open Invention Network, Khronos, Linux Foundation and the Academy Software Foundation) and StereoPhoto Maker (Muttyan, Japan) are reviewed as they relate to the production process of stereoscopic visualizations using open-source software. A series of static stereoscopic visualizations, along with two dynamic stereoscopic examples, are created, one using the anaglyph process, and the other using polarization. Lastly, the article discusses the contribution of stereoscopic visualizations to the interpretation of archaeological artifacts and suggests the optimal parameters for creating stereoscopic visualizations.
ISSN:2571-9408
2571-9408
DOI:10.3390/heritage6070268