Reflectance Transformation Imaging

These objects have been captured using RTI in the Digital Humanities Lab to create interactive views of their textured surfaces. Explore the variety of effects created by different equipment and techniques.

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Embroidered fabric

Explore the details of a delicate Victorian fabric sample.

Textured pot sherd

RTI can make it easier to view and understand complex textures.

Leather mouse

RTI makes toolmarks on the surface of the leather easily visible.

Replica coin

See the results of RTI using minimal equipment.

Ceramic bowl

RTI can help to convey the overall shape of 3D objects.

Bone fragment

RTI highlights the small incisions on this bone fragment.

Pot sherd

Even a quick capture can help to visualise surface decoration.

Wool fabric

Macro RTI reveals tiny details in woven wool fabric.

George III Cartwheel Penny

RTI reveals details on the coin that are not visible with a naked eye.

Blue Pottery Sherd

RTI reveals how water, sand and mud has altered this fragment of pottery.

Brush Head

RTI reveals how sand and mud has changed this brush head over time.