Conservation of the Mural Pantings at the Theban Tomb TT 340 at Deir El- Medina Necropolis, Western Thebes, Luxor, Egypt

A novel conservation approach for the mural paintings at Amenemhat's tomb (TT 340) in Deir el-Medina, Western Thebes, Egypt, has been successfully demonstrated. The study identified Klucel G 1% as highly effective for consolidating weak painting layers and Bio Estel for fragile mud plaster layers. Additionally, a specific mortar blend was found suitable for filling gaps and cracks, significantly advancing the preservation of ancient Egyptian tempera techniques. The research employed advanced analytical methods including SEM-EDS, XRD, FTIR, and colorimetric measurements to assess the current state and determine optimal conservation materials. This work provides critical insights into the long-term preservation of UNESCO World Heritage Sites with similar deterioration factors.

A., M., & M., S. (2023). CONSERVATION OF THE MURAL PANTINGS AT THE THEBAN TOMB TT 340 AT DEIR EL- MEDINA NECROPOLIS, WESTERN THEBES, LUXOR, EGYPT. Egyptian Journal of Archaeological and Restoration Studies, 13(1), 27–46. https://doi.org/10.21608/ejars.2023.305185