Scanning, modelling and dissemination of the interior appearance of wooden historic churches in the Maramures region of Romania

A study demonstrates that modern laser scanning technologies can effectively capture the interior appearance of historic wooden churches in Maramureş, Romania, even under challenging lighting conditions. By developing a specialized scanning methodology and selecting appropriate equipment parameters, researchers successfully documented four 17th- and 18th-century churches, preserving their culturally significant interiors despite environmental degradation risks. The approach proved robust for future heritage documentation projects, offering a scalable solution for structures facing similar preservation challenges.

Żyła, K., Kęsik, J., Korga, S., Miłosz, M., & Rybak, K. (2024). Scanning, modelling and dissemination of the interior appearance of wooden historic churches in the Maramures region of Romania. Digital Applications in Archaeology and Cultural Heritage, 34, e00351. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.daach.2024.e00351