The book provides a critical analysis of the construction, architectural and conservation history of the Benedictine complex of S. Maria in Valle Porclaneta at Rosciolo, a district of Magliano dei Marsi (L'Aquila, Abruzzo), that now comprises just the church building and a few surviving appurtenances. The complex was chosen as a specimen on which to test new digital survey analysis techniques as it boasts several emblematic aspects. Indeed, given its shape and size, particular location, proportions and the extensive figurative art collection, whilst matching the principles employed by the Benedictine order in Abruzzian religious sites, the monument is a standout feature of regional architectural and archaeological heritage. Even from a static structural viewpoint, S. Maria in Valle Porclaneta is a unique example, being one of the few monuments of the Early Middle Ages to remain virtually undamaged by the 1915 Avezzano earthquake. Finally, as regards its state of repair, the monument can be considered a peculiar example as a result of the controversial restoration vicissitudes in which it was continually involved throughout the last century that have damaged its original layout once and for all. In addition to such grounds, a further reason for this choice was the complete lack of organised, painstakingly-methodical studies of the monastery. The book is arranged into two distinct sections, marked by two different methods of approach, although both aim to achieve critical awareness. In the first part we examine the subject of the study by looking at the historical and territorial background (geomorphological features, road system and proximity to important sites), available documentary sources, the few known archaeological surveys, the conserved figurative art collection and the formal typological comparison with similar contemporary monuments. Overlaying the data obtained initially provides a breakdown into the various construction phases and the absolute chronology of the entire complex. In the second part of the research we perform direct analysis of the building using stratigraphic analysis of certain major building joints, with particular reference to two elevations and the dividing wall between middle nave and left nave supported by columns and arches, seeking to confirm the previously-formulated hypotheses.
Il volume riguarda l'analisi critica della storia costruttiva, architettonica e conservativa del complesso benedettino di S. Maria in Valle Porclaneta presso Rosciolo, una frazione di Magliano dei Marsi (L'Aquila, Abruzzo), attualmente ridotto al solo edificio ecclesiastico e a pochi altri ambienti superstiti. Il complesso è stato prescelto come campione sul quale sperimentare nuove tecniche analitiche di rilevamento digitale, in quanto emblematico da diversi punti di vista. Infatti, data la sua consistenza materiale e formale, la particolare ubicazione, i riscontri metrico-proporzionali e la ricchezza dell'apparato figurativo, il monumento, pur rispondendo ai canoni utilizzati dall'ordine benedettino nei cantieri religiosi abruzzesi, rappresenta un elemento di spicco nell'ambito del patrimonio architettonico e archeologico regionale. Anche dal punto di vista statico-strutturale, S. Maria in Valle Porclaneta rappresenta un unicum, essendo uno dei pochi monumenti altomedievali rimasti praticamente illesi dal sisma marsicano del 1915. Infine, dal punto di vista conservativo il monumento rappresenta un caso singolare a causa delle controverse vicende legate ai restauri che lo hanno visto protagonista, senza soluzione di continuità, per tutto il secolo scorso, e che ne hanno compromesso definitivamente l'assetto originale. A rafforzare i motivi della scelta, a fronte delle motivazioni precedenti, è stata inoltre la completa assenza di studi organici e metodologicamente rigorosi sul monastero. Dal punto di vista organizzativo, il testo è suddiviso in due parti, contrassegnate da due differenti linee metodologiche ma entrambe rivolte al medesimo obiettivo di conoscenza critica. Nella prima parte si analizza l'oggetto di studio attraverso la lettura del contesto storico e territoriale (assetto geomorfologico, viabilità e prossimità a siti significativi), delle fonti documentarie disponibili, delle poche indagini archeologiche note, dell'apparato figurativo conservato e della comparazione tipologico-formale con monumenti coevi analoghi. Attraverso la sovrapposizione incrociata dei dati così riscontrati, viene proposta, in prima battuta, la suddivisione in fasi costruttive e la cronologia assoluta dell'intero complesso. Nella seconda parte della ricerca si effettua l'analisi diretta del manufatto attraverso la lettura stratigrafica di alcuni nodi costruttivi significativi, relativi in particolare a due prospetti e al muro di divisione fra navata centrale e navata sinistra, sostenuto da pilastri e da archi, cercando di verificare le ipotesi formulate in precedenza.
La chiesa di Santa Maria in Valle Porclaneta. La vicenda storico-costruttiva e l'uso di strumenti innovativi per la gestione della conoscenza
Ilaria Trizio
2017
Abstract
The book provides a critical analysis of the construction, architectural and conservation history of the Benedictine complex of S. Maria in Valle Porclaneta at Rosciolo, a district of Magliano dei Marsi (L'Aquila, Abruzzo), that now comprises just the church building and a few surviving appurtenances. The complex was chosen as a specimen on which to test new digital survey analysis techniques as it boasts several emblematic aspects. Indeed, given its shape and size, particular location, proportions and the extensive figurative art collection, whilst matching the principles employed by the Benedictine order in Abruzzian religious sites, the monument is a standout feature of regional architectural and archaeological heritage. Even from a static structural viewpoint, S. Maria in Valle Porclaneta is a unique example, being one of the few monuments of the Early Middle Ages to remain virtually undamaged by the 1915 Avezzano earthquake. Finally, as regards its state of repair, the monument can be considered a peculiar example as a result of the controversial restoration vicissitudes in which it was continually involved throughout the last century that have damaged its original layout once and for all. In addition to such grounds, a further reason for this choice was the complete lack of organised, painstakingly-methodical studies of the monastery. The book is arranged into two distinct sections, marked by two different methods of approach, although both aim to achieve critical awareness. In the first part we examine the subject of the study by looking at the historical and territorial background (geomorphological features, road system and proximity to important sites), available documentary sources, the few known archaeological surveys, the conserved figurative art collection and the formal typological comparison with similar contemporary monuments. Overlaying the data obtained initially provides a breakdown into the various construction phases and the absolute chronology of the entire complex. In the second part of the research we perform direct analysis of the building using stratigraphic analysis of certain major building joints, with particular reference to two elevations and the dividing wall between middle nave and left nave supported by columns and arches, seeking to confirm the previously-formulated hypotheses.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
