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| Title in English | Tracing the (Mis)Deed |
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| Year of publication | 2026 |
| Type | Audiovisual work |
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| Description | The documentary Tracing the (Mis)Deed explores how routine archaeological practices influence the preservation, or loss, of scientific information hidden within artefacts. Created within the project The Artefact as a Source of Knowledge: Rescue and Preservation of Archaeological Research Data (DH23P03OVV003, NAKI III), the film addresses archaeologists, conservators, and professionals involved in heritage management. At its core is the concept of “invisible data” — traces embedded within artefacts that cannot be seen directly but can be revealed through analytical methods such as microscopy, 3D modelling, material analysis, and chemical examination. The film demonstrates how residues, manufacturing traces, pigments, or microscopic structures may be unintentionally damaged during excavation, cleaning, conservation, or storage. Rather than focusing solely on technologies, the documentary presents a broader methodological perspective: archaeology should not merely collect objects, but preserve information about past human behaviour. Through practical examples, it highlights risks associated with excavation methods, handling procedures, and environmental changes affecting artefacts after their removal from archaeological contexts. The film argues that protecting cultural heritage means preserving not only objects themselves but also the often invisible evidence they contain. It suggests that meaningful improvements do not necessarily require expensive technologies but can emerge from greater awareness, interdisciplinary cooperation, and small changes in everyday archaeological practice. |
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