Antique picture frames often have complex ornate surfaces which collect dust and other surface contaminants such as soot from open fires and candles. At Buchanan & Kiguel we can restore your photos back to their original splendor so that you maintain them for years to come. A unique piece that today would cost an absolute fortune to reproduce, the only problem is that the reflective surface is faded and black in areas. Underneath a layer of dirt and grime, bronze paints have oxidized and darkened considerably on this antique frame. With over 30 years of restoration experience and expertise, our team is well versed in restoring anything from digital photos to damaged picture frames. Restoring Gilded, Gold and Silver Leaf. 5 carat gold or silver leaf to lost and damaged areas or the entire surface. The frame is in very poor condition, with chipping gesso, missing gold and dirt. In the event that it is necessary to preserve a damaged original frame, we offer antique and hand carved frame restoration. These things can usually be restored.
Archiving digital images is especially prudent when it comes to modern photography. We also offer repair and restoration of art pieces damaged by fire, smoke, water, or other elements. To contact us to discuss your picture frame restoration or conservation needs, please call us at (617) 536-2323. Love every minute of what we do. When an oil painting is exposed to extremes in temperature, each particular layer expands or contracts according to its own physical characteristics. Our experienced conservators can usually remove most or all of the overpaint and re-expose the original gold leaf finish. New corner ornament. Avoiding the practice of over-painting intact original finishes. In most cases, it will be cheaper to replace the frame, but if it has sentimental value, it may well be worth spending the money to bring it back to life. Our ethics and codes of practice.
Above: Oil-gilding the frame in 23K gold leaf. Prioritising frame integrity and functionality over decoration trends and contemporary vogues. We are skilled in carving, plaster casting and traditional composition ornament making. Yes, the corners often bear the brunt of the damage when a picture is dropped. This occurs when a non-acid-free backing such as MDF or timber backing is placed directly against the photo. Balance the needs of the client while following the guidelines to proper restoration and conservation. Additional to that we restore the life to the old oil paintings, by cleaning, varnish and special coating them with uv protection. She has a great can do attitude and very professional. They will do a great job with any piece! Search picture frame repair in popular locations. In 2007 and 2008 our proprietor, Jodie Prymke CGF, travelled to Bologna and Florence in Italy, where she studied gilding, frame restoration and traditional framing techniques at the artisan studio "Laboratorio Scuola Oro e Colore" owned and run by C & S Martelli, Master Gilders to the Uffizi Gallery in Florence.
If left too long, the process for restoration can be long and expensive. Please use the contact form below to request a free quote. Picture frame before and. This frame presented with significant loss and damage to the ornamentation on all areas of the frame and large areas of the netting underneath the ornamentation was also damaged. The mould for the inner floral panel. The first cast of the corner. We are committed to using the safest restoration techniques to ensure the highest quality result without causing potential future damage.
Our team of professional photo editors have completed premium photo restoration and photo retouching to over 250, 000 family photos since 2011. Casting and Carving. We partner with claim adjusters, insurance agents, contractors, and policyholders to arrive at any loss situation within hours. Frames are first structurally stabilized and then cleaned, and new ornamentation is cast if necessary to replace missing parts. We take pride in being the best photo restoration service, with a team of innovative photo art designers who print pictures on uniquely designed, premium handcrafted picture frames. We are often presented with items that are Heirlooms or a piece that has been framed poorly in the past and now needs a little attention. Select, personalize & order a personalized picture frame from our exclusive photo art collections.
We bring new life to artwork you cherish and hold dear. The wood has split in areas, compromising the structural integrity. Restore your damaged photo memories & create personalized picture frames & gifts to treasure forever with Forever Studios premium old photo restoration service. Wiping a gold leaf frame that has been water gilded with a wet cloth, may cause the rabbit skin glue that is in the gesso or clay under the leaf to soften and release the gold leaf itself.
If the original gilding is beyond repair, the entire frame can be re-gilded and toned. Pro Frame Design has now given that old fancy mirror a new lease on life. The ornament has broken off this frame in several places. If you see signs of acid bleed in your original artworks or limited editions, Pro Frame Design recommends you bring them in for immediate assessment. We offer a wide variety of frame restoration services to restore your frames to their former splendour.
Casts were taken and fit into place to recreate the missing ornament. Alternatively, we can supply new frames to suit the age and style of your artwork. Museums, universities and countless families have trusted Forever Studios to enhance their treasured family photos. Now for the fun part. Above: Images of the frame during the restoration process- showing repairs being made to ornaments and cracks on the frame and showing the burnishing of new 23K gold leaf water-gilded repairs with an agate burnisher. We understand you have a lot of questions about Forever Studios old photo restoration service. Special care should be taken when cleaning gold leaf to prevent the reactivation of the size or glue that was originally used to attach the gold leaf to the surface. As a regional art museum, we actively support those small businesses in our region.
Information such as dimensions, what materials the item is made of (i. e. wood, plaster, porcelain), and your item's current condition are all very helpful for our experts to make an accurate estimate. We also build custom frame hanging systems and treat borer and other insect infestations. Above: A large ornamental composition frame undergoing extensive repair. "Whether we are restoring a sentimental treasure from your attic, or a masterpiece worthy of hanging in a fine museum, we treat every piece of work as though it's irreplaceable. Art & Paper Conservation. We can help you find a solution to just about any project. We can repair cracks by filling and stabilising.
Fabricating Missing Ornaments and Pieces. Discerning collectors know that their art can be enhanced by retaining and restoring, instead of replacing, period frames. After toning, the completed corner ornament. Above: Corner details of the before and after images of the repaired frame. Frames with broken corners, missing ornaments, cracks, chips and damaged finishes can be repaired by the skilled crafts people at Gallery 360. Many old gold leafed frames have unfortunately been "touched-up" or entirely "re-gilded" with bronze or gold powder paints. Gilding in Metal, 12 and 22 Karat Gold Leaf.
The paint has been removed, the cracks stabilised and repaired and the ornaments fixed and blended in. Carved timber and composition repairs to restore damaged ornamentation. While the base of the frame is matte gold, the ornaments have highlights of highly polished gold. Authentic gold leaf, metal leaf or bronzing powder is used for gilding according to the circumstances and the decisions we make along with the client. Corner mitre repair and stabilisation. This can only be achieved by water gilding. We use a variety of gold leaf carats, white gold, silver and palladium leaf, as well as Dutch metal to achieve high-quality ad appropriate finishes. Restoration of Small Inciso Frame. We source and deal in antique frames upon request, and we can provide research-based insight into your collection of frames. We have knowledge in frame conservation and can offer advice and guidance on appropriate frame restoration, treatment, storage and display to protect the integrity and value of your frames. We know you are going to love your restored photo. These were re-gilded and the frame toned to blend the new gold with the original. Large Late-Nineteenth-Century Ornamental Corner Frame.