The Archival Sources of the Batalha Monastery (Portugal): Unique Collections for the Study of the Monument’s Restoration Work in the 19th Century

A unique and unprecedented archival collection, primarily housed within the Monastery of Batalha itself, offers an unparalleled reconstruction of its 19th-century restoration work. This meticulously documented process, spanning from 1840 to 1900, transformed the former Dominican monastery into a national historical monument while preserving detailed records of interventions and methodologies. The study highlights the exceptional character of these sources within Portuguese monumental archives, their significance in understanding the restoration history of Batalha and broader trends in Portugal, and their potential for interdisciplinary research, including integration with modern technological advancements.

Moura Soares, C. (2022). The Archival Sources of the Batalha Monastery (Portugal): Unique Collections for the Study of the Monument’s Restoration Work in the 19th Century. Anales de Historia Del Arte, 32, 255–288. https://doi.org/10.5209/anha.83072