Publications
Recensione a: Giacomo Paglietti, Su Nuraxi di Barumini. Un approccio metodologico, Arkadia Editore, Cagliari 2018, pp. 150, figg. 75, ISBN: 9788868511814
A comprehensive methodological approach to studying Su Nuraxi di Barumini, a UNESCO-listed Bronze Age site in Sardinia, reveals significant insights into its architectural evolution and cultural significance. Giacomo Paglietti's 2018 work, reviewed by Tronchetti (2020), employs a multidisciplinary framework integrating archaeological analysis with historical context to reconstruct the site's development from its Neolithic origins through its Nuragic peak and beyond. The study highlights the site's adaptive reuse over millennia, offering new perspectives on Bronze Age urban planning and societal organization in the Mediterranean. By synthesizing data from excavations, architectural surveys, and comparative studies, Paglietti provides a nuanced understanding of Su Nuraxi di Barumini's role as both a defensive structure and a ceremonial center.
Le fasi Nuragico II e Punico-Romana nel settore nord-occidentale del villaggio di Su Nuraxi di Barumini (Cagliari)
A recent analysis of pottery from Su Nuraxi di Barumini, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sardinia, reveals significant insights into the site's occupation during the Iron Age (Nuragico II phase) and its later Punic-Roman use. The study identifies characteristic ceramic vessels from the 8th century BCE, aligning with known patterns in central-southern Sardinia, while also uncovering sparse but crucial evidence of activity between the 5th and 3rd centuries BCE during the Punic period. This suggests continued habitation or visitation post-Iron Age, challenging earlier assumptions about the site's abandonment. The research employs comparative contextual analysis with other regional sites to classify pottery types and reconstruct chronological narratives, offering a nuanced understanding of Su Nuraxi's layered history.
Su Nuraxi di Barumini: revisione delle designazioni adottate in planimetria
A revised planimetric representation of Su Nuraxi di Barumini resolves long-standing inconsistencies in the labeling of structures across five previously published plans. The study identifies discrepancies—such as omissions, variations, and repetitions—in the naming conventions used since 1955, which have hindered accurate interpretation of the site's layout. By cross-referencing these plans, researchers propose a standardized, unified plan that clarifies the spatial organization of the nuragic village, providing a more reliable foundation for historical reconstruction. This work addresses critical gaps in archaeological documentation while offering a practical tool for scholars and conservators.
Su Nuraxi di Barumini: materiali ceramici dalla capanna 144
A detailed analysis of ceramics from Room 144 at the UNESCO-listed Su Nuraxi di Barumini site suggests that this nuragic structure, dated to the Late Bronze Age II, primarily functioned as a kitchen. The study, based on excavation data from Lilliu (1951-1956), identified a high proportion of pottery linked to fire control and food preparation, supporting the hypothesis that Room 144 served this specialized purpose alongside other functions. Comparative analysis with published nuragic materials refined its chronological placement, contributing new insights into the functional organization of nuragic villages during this period.
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