14.1 - Charter of Venice

Charter of Venice

1960s - document of guidelines dealing with the safeguarding, conservation, and restoration of historical monuments as they are pieces of historical evidence and should be studied and researched.

Charter OV vs SCAB

Charter OV puts emphasis on scientific restoration and not restoring to a single period - advocates for responsible restoration.

Flandrin’s Painting on the Nave of Saint Germain-depres

Mid 1800s, neo-classic style, depicts scenes from the old testament. Paintings are made with hot wax so it is durable.

Restoration philosophy - Flandrin

Viollet-le-duc as the building is made to inspire religious faith and enough is restored to provide an overall sense of unity. Embodies romanesque buildings with polychrome and detailing.

Chapel of Saint Symphorien

chapel of saint symphorien mostly follows SPAB philosophy as the historical vesitages are laid out without confusion. Underneath the arch in the altar place, the original painted decoration is preserved and we can clearly tell through the materials which parts of the restoration are newer.