Address: 5 “St. Pimen Zografski” Str., United Children Establishment, N. 49 “Radost”, “Dianabad” Residential Complex , “Izgrev” District

Coordinates:

42.66553810410783, 23.351845253967213

Artist/Architect: Petya Valchanova

Type of Site: Monumental Decoration

Name: sgraffito – 2 panels

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Dating: 1980s

Monument Ownership: Public Property

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Dimensions of the Monument (measurements): 10x8m

Description – Analysis of the Type, Style & Iconography :
The sgraffito covers two facades of the “Radost” Kindergarten in the Dianabad district. It was applied in three layers of plaster: ‘oxide green’ over red ochre and white. The white plaster has been imprecisely retouched, containing a number of visible paint droppings. The initials “ПВ” and an usucessful repainting of the green plaster with a bright green color are visible.

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Condition:
Both sgrafitti are in stable condition, and the building has been recently renovated. A lamp has been installed in the upper left corner, but it is not directly on the surface of the sgraffito.

Conservation / Restoration: 

Preservation Regimes according to Bulgaria’s Cultural Heritage Act:
In order to better present this work to the public, it is necessary to: provide for its regular maintenance and security; install lights for illumination; and add a plaque with the artist, title and year.

Plans and Documentation Relating to Implementation: No

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Current Function of the Building: Kindergaden

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