La verifica di un de restauro come criterio per una riflessione necessaria. La Villa Romana del Casale di Piazza Armerina (Enna), dal 1997 nella World Heritage List

A critical reassessment of the restoration approach for the UNESCO-listed Roman Villa del Casale in Piazza Armerina reveals persistent challenges despite advances. While the 1950s restoration by Minissi and Brandi, which used modern materials to protect the site's mosaics, initially addressed structural concerns, long-term maintenance issues led to significant deterioration. A 2007 restoration project, though addressing water infiltration and microclimatic conditions, failed to enhance the villa’s aesthetic or functional appeal, resulting in a design that resembles warehouses rather than preserving the site’s historical grandeur. The study underscores the need for a more holistic approach to conservation, balancing authenticity with modern preservation techniques.

Scaduto, R. (2023). La verifica di un de restauro come criterio per una riflessione necessaria. La Villa Romana del Casale di Piazza Armerina (Enna), dal 1997 nella World Heritage List. Restauro Archeologico, 30(1). https://doi.org/10.36253/rar-14345