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Gilding and Replacement Carving, Conservation and Restoration

 
Chair gessoed ready for gilding The chair gilded and upholstered Some of the chairs in place

Gilding a set of chairs
A set of ten Sheraton library chairs in beech circa 1790. Having been originally stained, they were delivered to the workshop stripped and restored ready for gilding. Gessoed and water gilded in 23.5ct. gold.
Private client, London

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