Italian Scientis Creates Faux Shroud of Turin
Robyn Currie — October 6, 2009 — Social Good
Have you ever thought about recreating religious artifacts in order to prove that you can do it? Me too, that is why I was happy to learn about an Italian scientist who managed to create a faux Shroud of Turin.
For those who don’t know, the Shroud is supposedly the fabric they covered Jesus with while he was in the tomb. Using inexpensive material and the help of a college student, the scientist duplicated the fabric and thus making the faux Shroud of Turin as real as the original.
For those who don’t know, the Shroud is supposedly the fabric they covered Jesus with while he was in the tomb. Using inexpensive material and the help of a college student, the scientist duplicated the fabric and thus making the faux Shroud of Turin as real as the original.
Trend Themes
1. Replicated Religious Artifacts - Opportunity for artists and scientists to create replicas of religious artifacts using innovative materials and techniques.
2. Faux Shroud of Turin - Emergence of counterfeit religious artifacts opens up a market for collectors and enthusiasts to obtain replicas with historical significance.
3. Low-cost Fabric Replication - Advancements in affordable materials and collaborative efforts enable the recreation of highly valued religious artifacts at a fraction of the cost.
Industry Implications
1. Artificial Reproduction - The replication of religious artifacts spurs opportunities for artists, designers, and craftsmen to meet the demand for accurate replicas.
2. Religious Art and Antiques - The emergence of faux religious artifacts creates a new category for collectors, supporting industries such as auction houses, authentication services, and historical researchers.
3. Materials Science - The development of innovative, cost-effective materials used in fabric replication for religious artifacts opens up opportunities for material scientists and manufacturers.
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