Exploring the Workshop of Pietro da Cortona: The Restoration of Villanova University's Triumph of David

Consulate General of Italy, Philadelphia. Monday, October 26, 2015 – 1:00p – 5:15p. Registration Required (Free Admission)

Summary of Symposium: Thanks to collaborative efforts between conservators, art historians, scientists and other professionals, Villanova University has recently completed the two-year restoration of a large Baroque painting depicting the "Triumph of David." Speakers will discuss 17th-century painting practice, the provenance and attribution relating to the mysterious work, the restoration process, and the implementation of an interactive website relating to the project.

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Source: http://projects.library.villanova.edu/