Restoration

The Zafirah Heritage Restoration unit possesses the highest level of expertise in preserving and repairing the most delicate pieces of our cultural heritage. Our team consists of master restorers who have managed restoration processes in world-renowned collections such as the Topkapı Palace Manuscript Library and performed calligraphy restorations in monumental structures like the Selimiye Mosque. In our atelier, where scientific methods and traditional techniques are blended, every artwork is handled with the utmost care as a sacred trust.

Manuscript & Panel Restoration focuses on the meticulous conservation of handwritten works and calligraphic panels that carry historical, artistic, and spiritual value. At Zafirah Heritage, each piece is treated with scientific methods and traditional restoration techniques, preserving its material integrity, original aesthetics, and cultural authenticity. Every work is approached as a sacred trust, ensuring its safe transmission to future generations.

Bookbinding Restoration involves the careful conservation and repair of historical and collectible bindings that protect and define written heritage. At Zafirah Heritage, traditional bookbinding techniques are combined with scientific conservation methods to restore both the structural integrity and aesthetic character of each volume. Every binding is treated with respect to its original materials, craftsmanship, and historical context.

Calligraphy Restoration is dedicated to the careful conservation of calligraphic works that embody both artistic mastery and spiritual expression. At Zafirah Heritage, restoration is carried out using scientifically informed methods alongside traditional techniques, ensuring the preservation of original ink, composition, and stylistic integrity. Each work is approached with deep respect for its historical context and the hand of its master calligrapher.

Tezhip Restoration focuses on the conservation of illuminated surfaces adorned with gold, pigments, and intricate ornamental motifs. At Zafirah Heritage, each restoration process respects the original materials, composition, and craftsmanship, combining scientific conservation methods with traditional illumination techniques. The aim is to preserve the brilliance, balance, and spiritual elegance of the work while ensuring its longevity for future generations.

Paper Restoration involves the careful stabilization and conservation of fragile paper surfaces affected by time, humidity, and environmental factors. At Zafirah Heritage, scientific conservation techniques are applied to strengthen fibers, correct deformations, and prevent further deterioration while preserving the document’s original character. Each work is treated with precision to ensure both structural integrity and historical authenticity.