World Heritage Site:
Mantua and Sabbioneta
Publication Year:
2013
Publication Type:
Article
Publication Identifier:
WHE1A214901EB
Summary
A meticulous conservation and strengthening intervention on the sixteenth-century wooden floors of the Ducal Palace in Sabbioneta, Italyrevealed critical challenges in preserving such historically significant structures. The study highlights the necessity for expert restoration techniques, continuous oversight by architectural heritage authorities, and a phased approach to address structural integrity without compromising decorative elements. Conducted under the supervision of the Director of Works, Manager of Procedure, and Superintendence for Architectural Heritage and Landscape of Mantua, this intervention underscores the complexities of maintaining high-value cultural assets while balancing technical precision with historical authenticity.
Citation
Augelli, F. (2013). The Conservation and Strengthening Intervention on the Wooden Floors of the Ducal Palace in Sabbioneta (MN-Italy). Advanced Materials Research, 778, 865–871. https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/amr.778.865