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In Massimo Listri’s “Palazzo Butera II, Palermo” from his Under Construction series, viewers are offered a captivating glimpse into the restoration process of this historic Palermo palace.
Palazzo Butera is a magnificent   example of  sicilian baroque architecture, overlooking the sea of Palermo, dating back to the 18th century. Commissioned by the nobel Butera family, this monumental residence is a testament to past  splendor interiors with elaborate frescoes, and exquisite furnishings.
Listri’s photograph captures the essence of the restoration efforts, as seen through a series of doorways that lead deeper into the palace’s interior with grand chandeliers hang. However, signs of restoration are evident, with missing bricks from the floor and loose blue-patternedsilk wallpaper clinging to the walls, In the background, a ladder serves as a reminder of the laborious process involved in restoring the grandeur of Palazzo Butera, a table covered in cloth hints at ongoing efforts to preserve and protect the palace’s treasures. 
Through Listri’s lens, Palazzo Butera emerges as a symbol of resilience and restoration, embodying the rich cultural heritage of Palermo and standing as a testament to the enduring legacy of Sicilian Baroque architecture.