Abstract
In 2003, the Centre for Cultural Materials Conservation (CCMC) at the University of Melbourne commenced a large-scale project to conserve the nine paintings hanging in the Grossi Florentino restaurant in Melbourne, with the support of the current owners, the Grossi family. The works are large in size (up to 1.4 m x 5.5 m), difficult to access, and have a history of water damage and previous restoration. The treatment being undertaken by the CCMC involves the removal of a very discoloured, polymerised alkyd-resin coating, stabilisation of flaking paint, removal of deformations in the canvas support and reintegration of any loss. The conservation treatment needs of each painting mean that working within the public space in which the paintings are housed and on permanent display is not possible. This paper presents archival research into the history of the Grossi Florentino murals and outlines the conservation issues encountered in the formative stages of this long-term project.
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