The main goal of the study described in this paper, carried out by the ICT Laboratory of ENEA, has been to define a cognitive method of a drawing based on the Photogrammetry technique, applied with success on the Bernini’s sanguine well known as Tondo Bernini. Crossing digitalized data with archival data, the method proved to be useful both to improve the knowledge of the artwork, and to define its conservation actual status, since it facilitates the medium and long-term monitoring of the damages that have been measured. With a very easy to find and use instruments, such as a photo camera and commercial software, images of the Tondo have been collected and then post-processed to create a three-dimensional virtual model: a tool that can help in fulfilling different goals with different audience. First, the method applied supports restorers in the conservation practices, allowing to see what is not evident to the naked eye, especially the smallest cracks on the surface. In parallel, the historians will analyze more in-depth the details highlighted by the 3D model, in order to show up further historical, material, and iconographic characteristics. Finally, it can foster a wider and deeper fruition by the public.
Bernini’s Tondo, a drawing depicting St. Joseph and Baby Jesus. A digitalizing method to increase knowledge and monitor cracks
Calosso B.;Mongelli M.;Pierattini S.
2025-01-01
Abstract
The main goal of the study described in this paper, carried out by the ICT Laboratory of ENEA, has been to define a cognitive method of a drawing based on the Photogrammetry technique, applied with success on the Bernini’s sanguine well known as Tondo Bernini. Crossing digitalized data with archival data, the method proved to be useful both to improve the knowledge of the artwork, and to define its conservation actual status, since it facilitates the medium and long-term monitoring of the damages that have been measured. With a very easy to find and use instruments, such as a photo camera and commercial software, images of the Tondo have been collected and then post-processed to create a three-dimensional virtual model: a tool that can help in fulfilling different goals with different audience. First, the method applied supports restorers in the conservation practices, allowing to see what is not evident to the naked eye, especially the smallest cracks on the surface. In parallel, the historians will analyze more in-depth the details highlighted by the 3D model, in order to show up further historical, material, and iconographic characteristics. Finally, it can foster a wider and deeper fruition by the public.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
