Foreword

The study examines the ethical and practical dilemmas surrounding heritage conservation, particularly focusing on whether restoration should aim to recreate original states or preserve current iterations. It highlights the tension between intergenerational transmission and structural integrity, as illustrated by the Venice Charter (1964), which advocates for preserving assets in their current state. The research explores this through case studies like Avignon Bridge and Sénanque Abbey, where interventions were necessary to prevent collapse but raised questions about narrative selection and visual dissonance. It also critiques the anti-interventionist approach, warning of risks such as museification or 'Disneyfication' of heritage. The study uses historical examples and charters (e.g., Athens Charter 1931, Krakow Charter 2000) to frame its analysis.

Riedmatten, H. d., Gaffo, F., & Jaccard, M. (2023). FOREWORD. Restoration as Fabrication of Origins, 7–10. https://doi.org/10.1515/9783111072739-001