Revealing the original details of a still life

This still life painting, depicting a selection of fruit arranged on white damask tablecloth, had become altered over time, with areas of overpainting added sometime after the Second World War.

Detail before treatment
Removing discoloured overpainting
During the treatment, areas of later overpainting on the tablecloth were identified. These additions had yellowed and changed in appearance over time
The treatment was carried out gradually and selectively, with particular care taken to preserve the original paint layer
After conservation

After conservation the painting appeared clearer and more balanced, with the original colours and details.

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