# Art Speaks Maths, Maths Speaks Art

arXiv: https://arxiv.org/abs/2007.08886 · HTML: https://mlsanity.com/paper/2007.08886/

## Key facts

- Cited by 1 papers in the map (data through 14 Oct 2026).
- First posted on arXiv 17 Jul 2020.

## Built on by (most cited first, 1 of 1)

- [Unsupervised Clustering of Roman Potsherds via Variational Autoencoders](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2203.07437/) (2022)

## Abstract (arXiv)

Our interdisciplinary team Mathematics for Applications in Cultural Heritage (MACH) aims to use mathematical research for the benefit of the arts and humanities. Our ultimate goal is to create user-friendly software toolkits for artists, art conservators and archaeologists. In order for their underlying mathematical engines and functionality to be optimised for the needs of the end users, we pursue an iterative approach based on a continuous communication between the mathematicians and the cultural-heritage members of our team. Our paper illustrates how maths can speak art, but only if first art speaks maths.