Restoring a Painting of Rome's Lost Bridge 🇮🇹

Jun 11, 2026
Painting Restoration of a charming 19th-century painting depicting the famous Ponte Rotto (Broken Bridge) in Rome.

When this artwork arrived at my studio, it suffered from paint losses, surface damage, and a heavily discoloured varnish that obscured many of the artist’s original colours and details.

In this video, I take you through the complete restoration process, including examination under ultraviolet light, varnish removal, filling losses, conservation retouching, and the application of a final protective varnish.

Along the way, we also discover the fascinating story of Rome’s legendary Broken Bridge — a structure that survived for centuries and became one of the city's most iconic ruins.

This restoration is not only about preserving a painting, but also about preserving the memory of a place that has captivated artists and travellers for generations.

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Eduardo Art Restorations examines a small painting depicting Rome's historic Ponte Rotto. By removing layers of aged, yellowed varnish and carefully filling surface losses, the restoration process aims to reveal the artist's original vision. This project highlights the delicate balance of preserving a piece of art that documents an enduring ancient ruin.
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