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This research investigates the reasons behind the American refusal to adopt the Venice Charter, focusing on ideological and diplomatic divides.

Unpacking the American rejection of the Venice Charter (1964): conflicts on authenticity, restoration, and reconstruction across the Atlantic

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This research investigates the reasons behind the American refusal to adopt the Venice Charter, focusing on ideological and diplomatic divides.
Analysis of archival documents and scholarly literature
Examination of interactions between American and Italian delegations at the Venice Congress
Assessment of the evolution of preservation practices in the U.S. and Europe
European conservation practices align with the Venice Charter principles emphasizing material authenticity and historic settings.
American approaches diverged, continuing to favor reconstruction and flexibility in guidelines.
The conflict has persisted, with the Australian Burra Charter reaffirming American adaptability over strict authenticity principles.

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This investigation reveals conflicts surrounding the Venice Charter in architectural conservation, highlighting American and European tensions.

D Galleri (2026) studied this question.

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This investigation reveals conflicts surrounding the Venice Charter in architectural conservation, highlighting American and European tensions.