Over time, frames can accumulate dust and surface dirt, while knocks and losses can affect their decorative surfaces. The frame of Queen Mary portrait was carefully cleaned and a mould was taken from the intact decorative areas, allowing the missing ornament to be accurately reproduced and integrated into the damaged…
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. After conservation the painting appeared clearer and more balanced, with the original colours and details.