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Currier Before Ives: Conservation of an 1848 Democratic Presidential Campaign Lithograph

Currier Before Ives: Conservation of an 1848 Democratic Presidential Campaign Lithograph

by Artifact Services | Feb 15, 2022 | Antique Frame, Conservation, Projects

This lithograph of “The Presidents of the United States” published by Nathaniel Currier (American, 1813-1888) arrived at our studio in poor condition with water staining,  discoloration, tears,  and creasing. The glass on the accompanying frame...
It’s Never Too Late – The Marriage of a 19th Century Portrait and Frame

It’s Never Too Late – The Marriage of a 19th Century Portrait and Frame

by April Hann Lanford | Oct 7, 2021 | Antique Frame, Restoration

A Question of Engagement Our client arrived with this beautiful antique portrait and a 19th-century gilded frame that they purchased from an antique store. At first glance it seemed to be the perfect match, however, the portrait width and height did not match the...
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