Restoration process of a 19th century Indian screen belonging to the Casino Amistad Numancia in Soria

Abstract

This article details the restoration process of a 19th century Indian screen, an exceptional work that combines artistic and heritage value, owned by the Casino Círculo Amistad Numancia in Soria. The intervention addressed both structural problems and the preservation of the polychromy, affected by the ageing of varnishes and the attack of wood-eating insects. Through an interdisciplinary approach, which combines historical and aesthetic analysis with the application of conservation techniques, the preservation and visual reading of this unique piece has been guaranteed. In addition, the restoration raises reflections on the balance between intervention and respect for the integrity of the material of the work. The photographic documentation and the assessment of the ethical and methodological criteria adopted reinforce the importance of protecting historical furniture, highlighting its relevance not only as a functional object, but as an essential cultural testimony.