Massimo Osanna, project manager, commented: “casts are the most sought after pieces for exhibition abroad.” However, they are too fragile to be safely transported, explaining the need for perfectly reproduced 3D printed copies. The first printed pieces will be sent to Canada in a few months and are expected to increase demand from all over the world.
Massimo Moretti, CEO, WASP, believes that this is a perfect example of how technology can be useful for cultural heritage. In Moretti’s opinion, we are at a decisive stage for 3D printing: “One of the most interesting areas is restoration, its use in art and culture. Pompei is an example of how the technology can be at the service of cultural heritage.”