An ancient statue in Spain was repaired in a disfiguring manner. Why did the restoration of the ancient statue fail?

It is reported that the ancient statue outside a Spanish bank building had some damage to its head due to long-term exposure to wind and sun. In order to restore the statue to its original appearance, a restorer was specially invited to repair it. As a result, the statue was damaged. The restoration of disfigurement has changed drastically. The reasons why the restoration of ancient statues will fail are mainly considered from the following points.

First of all, the case of failed restoration in Spain is no longer this one. Before this, there were many similar incidents, such as an 80-year-old grandmother who painted a church mural without permission. After the restoration, it turned out to be completely different. This also shows that there does not seem to be a complete system for local restoration in Spain. Some ordinary people can turn into restorers without special training. This is like a joke.

Secondly, the restoration of cultural relics is actually a very delicate process. When I repaired cultural relics in the Forbidden City before, you can tell that it takes ten years to sharpen the sword. Many restorers have stayed there for more than ten years. Apprentices have to learn from the master for several years. It is impossible to get the apprentice started with just a few words. After all, the restoration of cultural relics requires a very rich knowledge reserve. You have to understand when the cultural relic was produced. What materials are used? At the same time, you also need to understand some chemistry and what kind of chemical reactions will occur when things are mixed together. You must have certain painting skills, otherwise it is very likely that what was originally a rabbit will be repaired into a dog. son.

Finally, the patience of the restorer is also very important. Spanish restorers are more casual during the restoration process. It takes a long time to restore a cultural relic, but Spanish restorers The restorer only looks at the surface repair, and may be a little subjective. As a result, ancient statues no longer look like they did back then. Cultural relics are irreversible. They represent the civilization of that era. We restorers should be more careful and patient when repairing, and carve slowly. Only in this way can it become its original appearance in the hands of a restorer.