Iconografia e storiografia nel paesaggio archeologico di Paestum. Riflessi sul cantiere di restauro tra il XVIII e il XIX secolo

A critical analysis of iconographic and historiographic representations of Paestum, a significant Magno-Greek foundation, reveals how these interpretations influenced restoration practices between the 18th and 19th centuries. The study compares multiple testimonies from this period to assess their impact on the perceived value and significance of the ancient site's stratifications. Unlike Pompeii or Herculaneum, Paestum was rediscovered conceptually rather than materially, yet it became a focal point for artistic and scholarly depictions starting in the mid-18th century. This research demonstrates that these representations shaped restoration methodologies, highlighting the interplay between cultural narratives and conservation practices.

Pollone, S. (2016). Iconografia e storiografia nel paesaggio archeologico di Paestum. Riflessi sul cantiere di restauro tra il XVIII e il XIX secolo. Eikonocity. Storia e Iconografia Delle Città e Dei Siti Europei, 1(1), 53–73. https://doi.org/10.6092/2499-1422/3747