Restoration of Bourbon-Era Paintings at the Royal Palace of Caserta Completed

Naples, Italy – A meticulous restoration project has been completed on several paintings housed within the Royal Palace of Caserta, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The perform, financed with ordinary funds from the Royal Palace Museum of Caserta, focused on paintings located in the “Yellow” and “Diana the Huntress” rooms, with one painting undergoing extensive restoration both on-site and at the laboratories of Magistri srl.

Detailed Restoration Process

The restoration of the primary painting involved several phases, beginning with preliminary studies conducted both at the palace and in Magistri srl’s restoration laboratory. These studies included three-dimensional photogrammetric surveys of the wooden structure, resistographic analyses, thermographic investigations, and chemical-physical characterization of the pictorial materials.

The disassembly and transportation of the painting to and from the laboratory were handled with extreme care due to the delicate nature of the artwork. Specialists at the conservation center meticulously cleaned each fragment of the canvas, reinforced it with synthetic fibers, and performed pictorial retouching to address areas of loss. Following the restoration, the painting was returned to its original location within the palace.

The paintings in the “Yellow” and “Diana the Huntress” rooms were restored in situ, meaning they remained in their original locations throughout the conservation process.

The Royal Estate of Caserta

The Bosco di San Silvestro, along with the Site of San Leucio, the Royal Park, and the English Garden of the Royal Palace of Caserta, collectively formed the “Royal Delights” of the Bourbon dynasty. The Royal Estate encompasses approximately 76 hectares situated on the hills of Monte Maiuolo and Monte Briano, providing the water source for the fountains within the Vanvitellian Complex.

About Magistri srl

Magistri srl, established in 1993, specializes in the restoration and preservation of cultural heritage, particularly works featuring stone materials and derivatives. The company focuses on securing, consolidating, and preserving cultural heritage, with expertise in sculptural elements, mortar moldings, terracotta, stuccos, and painted plaster. They emphasize direct involvement, continuous professional development, and the experimentation of both ancient and innovative conservation techniques. Company details, including VAT number (09601940969), are publicly available.

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