Restoration Theories and Methods from 1945 to the Present Day

The course focuses on the history of restoration as explained through the different restoration theories and their practical application in Italy and elsewhere since the late 1940s. After a short introduction, the course deals with colour theory in order to better understand the practical application of retouch methods that will be introduced in detail. The understanding and the ability to practically implement the retouching methods presented in detail in the course presuppose a basic knowledge of colour theory and Gestalt theory.

The third module provides a detailed explanation of Italian restoration theories in the 2nd half of the 20th century. Numerous examples, some published here for the first time, show the application of the theoretical positions in conservation.

In the fourth module, many examples of restoration practice illustrate the acceptance and the development of the presented Italian restoration theories in the German-speaking area.

Module 5 and 6 present the texts of major international charters for preservation / restoration. Comments and discussions of the author encourage to critical engagement with these texts, especially in view of their practical relevance.

This course motivates to reflect on the examples shown in the context of current restoration concepts.

This course is a translation of the German course.

The author is Prof. Dr. Ursula Schädler-Saub until September 2021 full professor at HAWK, Faculty of Building and Conservation, for the teaching area history and theory of restoration as well as art history. Prof. Dr. Schädler-Saub herself will coach the course through e-mail. Please direct your general and technical questions to the tutor of the course, fortbildung@hornemann-institut.de. After successful completion of the course, the Hornemann Institute will issue a certificate of qualification.

The Author

Prof. Dr. Dipl.-Rest. Ursula Schädler-Saub was a full professor at HAWK, Faculty of Building and Conservation, until September 2021, teaching the history and theory of restoration as well as art history. Since then, she has been working as a lecturer and is leading a DFG research project together with Dr. Angela Weyer.

Course Schedule

The content and technical support of the course is provided by the tutor of the course: fortbildung@hornemann-institut.de

Creditability

It's possible to credit this course within the Bachelor programme for Conservation and Restoration at the HAWK.

Contact

Queries can be sent to: fortbildung@hornemann-institut.de