Gilded Frame Restoration
Old pieces
We restore antique and period pieces gilded frames & furniture. Over time old pieces can flake, chip, or break. We treat your precious pieces to become as good as new. We use a melody of traditional techniques to stabilise fractured wood and gesso plaster pieces to last the test of time. Conservation grade cleaning, consolidation, painting, and gilding breathe new life into frames and furniture making them either bright and new or restored to enhance their natural brilliance. Contemporary finishes or an aged patina will help your pieces to last a hundred years more. Utilizing water-gilding and oil-gilding methods and genuine gold leaf, she delicately restores aging gilded pieces, preserving their connection to the passage of time. With keen sensitivity, she ensures that the character and history of each artwork remain intact, consolidating and revitalising them while honoring the essence of time encapsulated within.
Custom Gilded Frames
New pieces
Crafting bespoke gilded frames tailored to complement and elevate the beauty of your cherished artworks is a specialty we take great pride in. Our process begins with a meticulous understanding of your unique vision and the artwork’s aesthetic requirements. Whether you seek a contemporary design or a timeless classic, we blend traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to bring your vision to life.
Using the same time-honored methods that have adorned frames for centuries, we carefully select the finest materials to ensure longevity and quality. Each frame is meticulously crafted to exact specifications, with attention to detail at every step of the process. As the frame takes shape, we pay homage to the rich history of gilding, incorporating genuine gold leaf and employing techniques passed down through generations. The result is a custom gilded frame that not only enhances the beauty of your artwork but also serves as a testament to the enduring craftsmanship of centuries past.
With a commitment to excellence and a passion for preserving the integrity of your artwork, we strive to create frames that not only stand the test of time but also enrich the stories they hold. From contemporary finishes to aged patinas, each frame is a unique masterpiece, destined to be treasured for generations to come.