Restoration of the Real Coliseo de Carlos lll/El Escorial/Madrid/Spain

Abstract

The restoration of the Real Coliseo de Carlos III in El Escorial is an interesting work not only by the realization proper but also as a precedent in this kind of actions, always bearing in mind its peculiar circumstances both historical and artistic (16th century: The Monastery; 18th century; Charles the 3rd, the Baroque...) and later neglecting process, substitution, destruction, etc. that the building has suffered. The works for restoration are difficult as they involve a search in the past but without alter it. There are different positions from this fact, but in spite of alI good intentions, we have assisted to an irresponsible destruction of this historic heritage. The situation of the building, its surroundings, its ambience, etc. have determined in this case the precise and simple solution that must give a response to the colletive memory.