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Kewpie Doll c. 1912

Kewpie doll with hurt arm and real dirty. Loved the add-on dress. There’s something about porcelain bisque firing, color and surface sheen that makes these so appealing. It a fun time when a client brings in something different like this. … Continue reading →

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Marriage Certificate Reunited

After cleaning, flattening, mending, relining and deacidification this marriage certificate is homeward bound.

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After the rip is repaired

The rip has been repaired on the back with raw linen and then the front fissure was filled with a special putty and in-painted.    

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Late 19th century painting with problems

Here’s a fun challenge, I’ll post the after restoration shot soon!  

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Slipcase Repair for Daniel Webster

A slipcase for The Devil and Daniel Webster has been worn out. Had to remove the rotted edge board and lift the paper in order to replace with a strong mulberry paper and layer with original paper. In the second … Continue reading →

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