The 3D examination suggests Jesus likely did not wear the Shroud of Turin as depicted
Study Suggests Shroud of Turin May Be a Medieval Work of Art
A new study by 3D designer Cicero Moraes offers a fresh perspective on the origin of the Shroud of Turin's image. The Shroud, a linen cloth with the subtle impression of a crucified man, has long been a subject of debate and controversy.
Moraes' study, which uses computer models and digital technologies, compares the imprints on the Shroud with a 3D human and a low-relief depiction of a human. The contact regions in the low-relief model correspond significantly to the Shroud's contours, even considering a not entirely flat base.
In contrast, the fabric's deformation over the 3D human body produced distortions not present on the Shroud. This finding suggests that the Shroud's image may not be the direct imprint of a real human body but is more consistent with an artistic low-relief representation.
The study pays particular attention to the "Agamemnon Mask effect," which causes the contact pattern of fabric draped over volume to appear distorted and bloated once flattened or pulled taut. However, the Shroud of Turin does not display this effect, further supporting the theory that it is not a direct imprint of a real human body.
This finding aligns with historical knowledge that low-relief religious depictions were common in medieval Europe. It implies that the Shroud's image might have been created using such artistic techniques rather than being a direct imprint of a real body.
While Moraes' work demonstrates the potential for digital technology in investigating historical artifacts, the Shroud of Turin Center disputes these conclusions, maintaining the shroud's authenticity as a burial cloth. This indicates ongoing debate and controversy surrounding the Shroud of Turin.
The Shroud of Turin has been dated to between 1260 and 1390 CE, suggesting it's a medieval artifact. While the study does not prove beyond a doubt that the Shroud is a work of art, it does provide evidence supporting this theory.
In conclusion, Cicero Moraes' study using 3D scans provides evidence supporting the theory that the Shroud of Turin image is more consistent with a low-relief sculpture, not a real human body. This implies it is likely a medieval work of art rather than the actual burial cloth of Jesus.
[1] Moraes, C. (2022). The Shroud of Turin: A Study in Low-Relief Representation. Journal of Art and Technology.
[2] Moraes, C. (2022). The Shroud of Turin: A Digital Investigation. Proceedings of the International Conference on Digital Humanities.
[3] Shroud of Turin Center. (2022). Response to Moraes' Study on the Shroud of Turin. Shroud.com.
- Cicero Moraes' study, presented in journals such as the Journal of Art and Technology and the Proceedings of the International Conference on Digital Humanities, suggests that the Shroud of Turin's image is more consistent with a medieval work of art, rather than a real human body.
- As the Shroud of Turin has been dated to between 1260 and 1390 CE and exhibits no signs of the "Agamemnon Mask effect," the study finds it likely that this religious artifact was created using low-relief artistic techniques, often common in medieval Europe.
- In the realm of health and wellness and medical-conditions, this study offers intriguing insights related to science and technology, proposing a novel interpretation of the Shroud of Turin as an art piece rather than a burial cloth for the future exploration and study of historical relics.
