Picture Restoration Service at Staithes Gallery
Our
Restoration Service is for paintings in need of cleaning or repair.
These before and after photos show paintings that have been treated by our expert picture restorer.
Foxing or staining is a common problem which affects water colours and prints like these.
It
can usually be put right by careful cleaning of the surface bringing out the
detail, colour and tone of the painting underneath.
Over
time an oil painting exposed to humidity, sunlight, dust and smoke can begin
to appear faded. Cleaning will restore its original freshness.
Sometimes
the ravages of time can almost obscure a painting, like this portait of a
Victorian lady.
Our restorer was able to peel back the layers and reveal the subtle tones and details of the original painting beneath.
Even
serious damage, like this badly ripped canvas can be repaired.
To make use of our Restoration Service bring your painting to Staithes Gallery. Our restorer will examine it and we will be able to advise you of the approximate cost of cleaning and/or repair.