Hidden by several layers of white paint,the almost forgotten polychromy of Nervi’s exhibition halls emerges from historical images,not necessarily intended to document the complex,but rather as a setting for exhibiti...Hidden by several layers of white paint,the almost forgotten polychromy of Nervi’s exhibition halls emerges from historical images,not necessarily intended to document the complex,but rather as a setting for exhibitions,fairs or film and advertising sets.Historical documentation reveals Nervi’s presence on the building site and his desire to supervise the finishing phases.The first stratigraphic investigations also testify to his attention color,as well as the subsequent transformations of use.Specific theoretical and technical issues regarding the conservation of the pictorial layers in relation to the conservation of the reinforced concrete elements are outlined.Furthermore,the use of polychromy in combination with the original employment of natural and artificial light sources introduces new facets into the analysis of Nervi’s work,offering the opportunity for original reflection.This is particularly true if we consider the impact of the interventions carried out so far,even those considered non-invasive,such as routine maintenance operations and some technological upgrades.展开更多
From 1924 to1926,with the CitéFrugès in Pessac,Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret realized an urban area as a laboratory where research on architecture polychromy was achieved among others.Colored facade was ...From 1924 to1926,with the CitéFrugès in Pessac,Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret realized an urban area as a laboratory where research on architecture polychromy was achieved among others.Colored facade was applied as a tool to modify urban space.This neighbourhood has always been inhabited and transformed by its inhabitants over time.In the 90’s,studies for the global image protection of the neighbourhood included polychromy research conducted to restore the shades of origin.However,the colors have often been interpreted in various ways.Nowadays,besides the shade problems,other challenges have arisen linked to the preservation of the facade materials.This paper presents the recent archive research done to clarify the shade references and lay the groundwork so as to choose the right material to use and further research in the future.展开更多
The theme of the restoration and conservation of polychrome surfaces will be addressed through several recent case studies of interventions on Le Corbusier’s work owned by the Fondation Le Corbusier:the Petite Villa ...The theme of the restoration and conservation of polychrome surfaces will be addressed through several recent case studies of interventions on Le Corbusier’s work owned by the Fondation Le Corbusier:the Petite Villa sur Le Lac Léman(1923-1924),the Maisons La Roche and Jeanneret(1923-1925),and his apartment-studio in the Immeuble Molitor(1931-1934).The recent interventions allowed for numerous preliminary studies(in situ,archival,and laboratory),and proved to be an opportunity for historical and material knowledge,paying close attention to discoveries and observations during the construction phase.An important aspect of these experiences was the in-depth study of polychromes,conducted on architectural surfaces but also on furniture and fixed furnishings made of concrete,metal and wood.This was an important moment in the knowledge of the work during the restoration phase because of the richness of the stratigraphic surveys related to the many modifications made over time sometimes by Le Corbusier himself.This text exposes technical,scientific,and operational aspects specific to the study of interior and exterior polychromes,and in parallel raises theoretical-methodological questions of restoration of the polychromies and the painting.展开更多
The preservation of polychromy in 20th century architecture is here considered from both theoretical and operational perspectives.A further theme is that of polymatericity,which addresses issues related to the experim...The preservation of polychromy in 20th century architecture is here considered from both theoretical and operational perspectives.A further theme is that of polymatericity,which addresses issues related to the experimental context with reference to the materials and technologies employed.The passage of time and the lack of durability of innovative materials,the transformations and the presence of forms of alteration and degradation,pose problems related to the will and the possibility of preserving layering,without falling into the restoration of the presumed original document,in relation to the authorial project documentation and the underlying theories.展开更多
文摘Hidden by several layers of white paint,the almost forgotten polychromy of Nervi’s exhibition halls emerges from historical images,not necessarily intended to document the complex,but rather as a setting for exhibitions,fairs or film and advertising sets.Historical documentation reveals Nervi’s presence on the building site and his desire to supervise the finishing phases.The first stratigraphic investigations also testify to his attention color,as well as the subsequent transformations of use.Specific theoretical and technical issues regarding the conservation of the pictorial layers in relation to the conservation of the reinforced concrete elements are outlined.Furthermore,the use of polychromy in combination with the original employment of natural and artificial light sources introduces new facets into the analysis of Nervi’s work,offering the opportunity for original reflection.This is particularly true if we consider the impact of the interventions carried out so far,even those considered non-invasive,such as routine maintenance operations and some technological upgrades.
文摘From 1924 to1926,with the CitéFrugès in Pessac,Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret realized an urban area as a laboratory where research on architecture polychromy was achieved among others.Colored facade was applied as a tool to modify urban space.This neighbourhood has always been inhabited and transformed by its inhabitants over time.In the 90’s,studies for the global image protection of the neighbourhood included polychromy research conducted to restore the shades of origin.However,the colors have often been interpreted in various ways.Nowadays,besides the shade problems,other challenges have arisen linked to the preservation of the facade materials.This paper presents the recent archive research done to clarify the shade references and lay the groundwork so as to choose the right material to use and further research in the future.
文摘The theme of the restoration and conservation of polychrome surfaces will be addressed through several recent case studies of interventions on Le Corbusier’s work owned by the Fondation Le Corbusier:the Petite Villa sur Le Lac Léman(1923-1924),the Maisons La Roche and Jeanneret(1923-1925),and his apartment-studio in the Immeuble Molitor(1931-1934).The recent interventions allowed for numerous preliminary studies(in situ,archival,and laboratory),and proved to be an opportunity for historical and material knowledge,paying close attention to discoveries and observations during the construction phase.An important aspect of these experiences was the in-depth study of polychromes,conducted on architectural surfaces but also on furniture and fixed furnishings made of concrete,metal and wood.This was an important moment in the knowledge of the work during the restoration phase because of the richness of the stratigraphic surveys related to the many modifications made over time sometimes by Le Corbusier himself.This text exposes technical,scientific,and operational aspects specific to the study of interior and exterior polychromes,and in parallel raises theoretical-methodological questions of restoration of the polychromies and the painting.
文摘The preservation of polychromy in 20th century architecture is here considered from both theoretical and operational perspectives.A further theme is that of polymatericity,which addresses issues related to the experimental context with reference to the materials and technologies employed.The passage of time and the lack of durability of innovative materials,the transformations and the presence of forms of alteration and degradation,pose problems related to the will and the possibility of preserving layering,without falling into the restoration of the presumed original document,in relation to the authorial project documentation and the underlying theories.
