Bramante in Milan: the Cascina Pozzobonelli. Technical examination and restoration

1 May 1989

journal article
research article
Published by Taylor & Francis in Studies in Conservation

Vol. 34 (2) , 53-66
https://doi.org/10.1179/sic.1989.34.2.53

Abstract

Plaster from the ‘Cascina Pozzobonelli’ (Milan), probably built by Bramante (15th century), was analyzed to find the raw material composition, the working techniques and the causes of decay so that conservation work could be carried out. The plasters are of two kinds: decorated graffito and plain, finishing plaster. The graffito consists of two layers, the first with lime, sand and charcoal, the second with gypsum. The second layer was applied after drying of the first and then engraved whilst still damp to obtain the graffito. The plain plaster consists of two layers, the first made from lime, sand and crushed brick, the second made of gypsum. The decay was caused by the high humidity of the environment. The restoration was carried out by sealing the detached areas and consolidating the disintegrated areas with acrylic resin.

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