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 of finish and damaged areas of ornamentation weere consolidated using an archival adhesive. The ornamentation loss were infilled, cast and selectively carved.
The recreated areas were then visually integrated with a combination of gilding and retouching. Once the frame treatment was complete, the painting was reinstalled into the frame with a fluted polypropylene backboard. A new picture light was installed, and the completed project is now back on display. Contact us to learn more about our frame conservation services at [email protected]
