Descrizione di Pompei

Giuseppe Fiorelli's 'Descrizione di Pompei' (1875) revolutionized archaeological documentation at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pompeii. His systematic approach, including the creation of a general map, 1:100 model, and plaster casts to preserve ancient body forms, established modern excavation standards still in use today. Fiorelli's regional, insula-based classification system for organizing the site's description not only illuminated the development of archaeological methods but also provided a lasting framework for understanding Pompeii's history. This work reflects his significant contributions as Director of Excavations and Professor of Archaeology at Naples, marking a pivotal moment in the study of this remarkable site.

Fiorelli, G. (2013). Descrizione di Pompei. https://doi.org/10.1017/cbo9781139568548