by April Hann Lanford | Sep 9, 2024 | Conservation, Projects, Restoration
This 19th century monumental urn arrived to us with a broken post that was heavily corroded. Old previous, failed attempts to repair were evident. The urn was carefully cleaned and disassembled. A new mechanical fastener was installed and the urn properly...
by April Hann Lanford | Aug 2, 2024 | Conservation, Projects, Restoration
In the late 19th century when Victorian homes were cold and drafty, having cold silverware was a concern. Spoon warmers were considered a fashionable way for the hostess to warm serving spoons. Boiling water would be poured into this shell shaped vessel...
by April Hann Lanford | Apr 16, 2024 | Antique Frame, Conservation, Projects, Restoration
The hanging hardware failed on this gilded age frame, causing it to fall to the floor. The impact resulted in several areas of damaged and missing ornamentation.The frame was cleaned using a combination of aqueous and dry methods. The lifting areas...
by April Hann Lanford | Jan 9, 2024 | Conservation, Fire Damage, Projects, Restoration
The Treatment of an Antique Ansonia Mantel Clock This antique mantel clock was recovered from a residential fire. The clock was manfactured in the United states by the Ansonia Clock Company in the early 20th century. The Ansonia clock company was in...
by April Hann Lanford | Dec 17, 2023 | Projects, Restoration
Even a small repair can have a huge impact.The broken metal handle was brazed and resecured to this antique doll buggy. The area of repair was then retouched. This antique toy stroller was returned to the family for a fourth generation to play with and...
by April Hann Lanford | Nov 12, 2023 | Projects, Restoration
When this original WWI Liberty Bond Poster, “Blot it Out”, by J. Allen St. John, color lithograph on paper was first recovered, it was assumed that it was a total loss. The rolled poster sat in water for three weeks, resulting in disfiguring water...