Successful Multispectral Imaging of Ancient Greek Palimpsests in Vienna

A two-week multispectral imaging session recently wrapped up at the Austrian National Library in Vienna, successfully capturing invaluable data from numerous ancient and historically significant Greek palimpsest manuscripts (FWF funded project “The Vienna Basilica Palimpsests“) . A dedicated team of five experts, including skilled photographers, technicians, and image processing scientists, meticulously worked to image these valuable texts, focusing on deciphering their often-illegible hidden layers.

EMEL extends its sincere gratitude to the Austrian Academy of Sciences (OEAW) and Jana Gruskova, as well as the Papyrus Department of the Austrian National Library, for their invaluable collaboration and support in making this endeavor a success.