What is modern conservation? Some thoughts about the evolution of modern conservation policies

• Jokilehto, Jukka ^[1]
  1. [1] Consultor ICCROM
• Localización: Conversaciones, ISSN-e 2395-9479, Nº. 1, 2015 (Ejemplar dedicado a: Conversaciones... con Paul Philippot), págs. 29-38
• Idioma: español
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  • The modern approach to the identification and safeguarding of heritage has had a major development from the second half of the 20th century. Starting from the definition of the work of art and monuments in the aftermath of the Second World War, the notions have broadened into creative cultural expression and cultural landscape.At the same time, increasing attention has been given to heritage in its widest dimension, involving local communities in the conservation and management, respecting human rights, and taking into account the social and economic factors. This implies that heritage cannot be seen or preserved in isolation. Nor can it be the sole responsibility of the authority. Understanding heritage, cultural and natural, in its context is a learning process that has become a fundamental part of modern conservation practice.