This painting was kept rolled up for many years and the owners DIY removal of brown tape caused severe damages. So, requiring cleaning, full canvas lining and pinpointing.
Nude - restored
A young Victorian woman, badly discoloured varnish with nicotine layer on top. Bought through an online auction.
Young Victorian woman - restored
Damaged frame and losses to many areas of the pastel. Now in pride of place in Ettington Church after being readied for the rubbish tip.
Virgin Mary- Restored
The clients great grandfather (she still has the telescope in the painting) who captained his own boat on the North Sea. Required cleaning and full lining to a new support canvas and stretchers.
Sea Captain - restored
A delightful portrait of an Edwardian lady improved immeasurably after conservation. Also required slight repairs to cracking of the paint surface.
Lady with hat - restored
Clients uncle painted many European city images. The picture showed signs of a harsh life but was successfully rescued.
Italian rooftops - restored
Lieutenant-Colonel Peter Hodge was painted in Paris in 1819 by Edouard Pingret. Extensive restoration required with a result that rendered the owner (Great Grandson!) speechless with delight
Lieutenant Colonel Peter Hodge - restored
A homely image, with the usual age-related problems.
Appletree - restored
Painted in 1940 when the owners got married and then lost for more than fifty years. A pleasure to see customers so excited.
Girl 1 - restored
Painted when client was 11, now 94. Grandchildren were extremely pleased and Nan was a little tearful when the painting came back to life.
Girl 11 - restored
An example of the fragility of sky areas in oil paintings. Cracking and small losses.
Trees - restored