Picturile murale budiste din Ladakh (India) – tehnica, problematica și restaurarea
Buddhist murals from Ladakh (India) – technique, problems, restoration

Summary/Abstract: The paper briefly presents a summary of the Buddhist paintings from Ladakh in the Himalayan region, their technical details, recurrent damages and conservation approaches. To illustrate, three case studies are outlined from the THF wall painting conservation projects; temples built in the 13th and 15th centuries, revealing the various techniques and specific degradations encountered in this type of earthen building. The general conservation strategy is described, emphasising the necessity of using the local natural materials due to their compatibility with the original and their availability in the area. The program also recognises the need to share conservation knowledge and building maintenance through training programs for local students and monks.

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