Restoration work on the historic statues in the Villa Bruno park has officially begun. The works, dating back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, have received approval from the Superintendency for a detailed intervention that will restore the portions damaged by time.
Artistic Heritage in Restoration
The statues of Minerva, Ceres, Bacchus, Apollo and Flora are distinctive elements of the local artistic heritage, part of the general catalogue of Cultural Heritage. Each, about two meters high and made of a reinforced composite material, represents a piece of local history and creativity. Minerva and Ceres are located near the library, Apollo and Bacchus at the Taranto Arena, while Flora is located in a niche at the end of the park.
Project Details
The restoration plan, agreed upon by Mayor Giorgio Zinno along with Deputy Mayor Pietro de Martino and Heritage Councilor Carlo Sarno, is expected to be completed by June. It includes the reconstruction of missing parts and the consolidation of existing structures to preserve their original integrity. The statues were initially fenced off to allow biocidal treatments against mold and accumulated vegetation, followed by restoration and the application of an “anti-graffiti” product to protect against future vandalism.
Cultural Value and Identity
Mayor Zinno stressed the importance of restoration as an act of preservation of heritage and historical identity, highlighting the artistic and symbolic value of the statues. This initiative represents a further step in the administration's long-term strategy to enhance cultural heritage, strengthening the link between past, present and future.
Article published on 20 January 2025 - 18:14
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