Cliff Palace, Mesa Verde

Mesa Verde National Park
Cortez, Colorado

Material characterization and analysis were undertaken to describe the microstructure and chemical composition of the earthen finishes.

 

Material characterization and analysis in the context of the Cliff Palace conservation program were undertaken to describe the microstructure and chemical composition of the earthen finishes in order to better understand their original appearance and basic properties, especially as the latter relates to decay processes and remedial and preventive treatments. Not addressed during this study were archaeometric issues of raw material sourcing (provenience) or age.

 

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