Object of Research
Tangible and intangible cultural heritage.
Dr Alexander Buychik
Ostrava, Czech Republic
Beograd, Serbia
What is Klironomy
An interdisciplinary science devoted to the
preservation of society’s cultural heritage
Definition
Klironomy is the science of preserving society’s cultural heritage.
Subject of Research
The processes involved in preserving objects and elements of cultural heritage.
Purpose of the Science
The preservation of objects and elements of cultural heritage.
Place in the System of Sciences
Klironomy is a new interdisciplinary field situated at the intersection of the natural sciences, the humanities, the social sciences, and the economic sciences. In its theoretical definition and methodological orientation, however, Klironomy is most closely related to the social sciences and the humanities.
Relevance
The preservation of cultural heritage is a priority in the development of society because it carries a social genome that shapes the identity of future generations. In its primary sense, cultural heritage preservation dates back to ancient civilizations. Individual scholarly studies in this field were already recorded in the eighteenth century, while comprehensive research has developed particularly over the past hundred years.
1
Description and Assessment
To describe the condition of objects and elements of cultural heritage in order to determine the relevance and scope of restoration work.
2
Analysis and Classification
To analyse the condition of objects and elements of culture and art in order to include them in the cultural heritage register and classify them appropriately.
3
Development of Preservation Methods
To develop methods for the preservation, restoration, renovation, revitalisation, and reconstruction of objects and elements of cultural heritage.
4
Scientific and Educational Foundation
To build a scientific foundation for the field, conduct research and educational activities, and promote the preservation of cultural heritage in society.
Functions of the Science
- The preservation of all types of society’s cultural heritage.
- The recovery of damaged or partially lost parts of objects or elements of cultural heritage.
- The reconstruction of lost objects or elements of cultural heritage.
Principles of the Science
- Do no harm; if harm has been done, restore what has been damaged.
- Proceed on the basis of available knowledge and evidence.
- When reconstructing, justify conclusions through the search for counterparts and analogues.
Basic Theoretical Methods of Research
Axiological Method
Determines the value of objects or elements of culture and classifies them as part of society’s cultural heritage.
Analytical Method
Examines the main stages in the creation and existence of an object or element of cultural heritage in order to develop a competent approach to its preservation or restoration.
Synthesis
Combines insights from different sciences into a unified whole for use in preserving objects and elements of cultural heritage.
Comparative Analysis
Identifies the principal approaches to cultural heritage preservation—restoration, conservation, renovation, and revitalisation—and distinguishes between them when selecting the most appropriate course of action.
System Analysis
Differentiates the individual sciences within this field and identifies the sequence and interaction of the Klironomical Sciences.
Klironomy integrates scientific knowledge, methodological approaches, and practical preservation strategies
in order to safeguard cultural heritage for future generations.