Von Busse’s personal attitude towards his assignment went beyond the clinical requirements of archaeological documentation. His selective saving of "best works" suggests a profound appreciation for the artistic and historical magnitude of the site. He approached Persepolis not just as a ruin to be measured, but as a monument whose inherent power and tragic beauty needed to be captured with a sense of visual reverence. This preservationist attitude ensures that future generations can access the texture, shadow, and atmosphere of the site as it appeared during the initial scientific excavation, long before modern conservation efforts fully reshaped its appearance.
