La scala elicoidale della Lonja de Los Mercaderes di Valencia. Dai trattati alla digitalizzazione del modello stereotomico

A groundbreaking analysis of the helical staircase at La Lonja de la Seda, Valencia, reveals how 15th-century Spanish stereotomy techniques deviated from theoretical geometric models to address structural and stylistic needs. By comparing digital reconstructions of the actual staircase with idealized models derived from contemporary treatises, researchers uncovered discrepancies that shed light on the practical construction methods used by artisans. This study highlights the interplay between mathematical rigor and functional adaptation in Renaissance architecture, offering new insights into the craftsmanship of one of Spain's most significant World Heritage Sites.

Antonio Calandriello. (2024). La scala elicoidale della Lonja de Los Mercaderes di Valencia. Dai trattati alla digitalizzazione del modello stereotomico. Misura / Dismisura | Measure / out of Measure. https://doi.org/10.3280/oa-1180-c522