My conservation practice follows the principles outlined in the Venice Charter (1964)—an internationally recognised foundation for ethical heritage conservation. Every artwork is treated with individual care and deep respect for its history and media. All materials used are stable, reversible and chemically compatible with the original, ensuring long-term preservation without compromising the integrity of the piece. I also offer a range of retouching options, from visually seamless (imitative) reintegration to more visible, interpretive approaches—always chosen in consideration of the artwork’s condition, context and intended display.
Still Life with Roses (verso) – Samuel John Peploe, R.S.A. Before and after cleaning.
Conservation services:
Preventative treatments
Consolidation and stabilisation of cracking, lifting or flaking paint
Removal of deformations such as undulation or bulging of canvas, dent, stretcher marks
Repair of punctures, splits, cracks
Tear mending
Lining/relining/strip lining of weakened canvas
Mould and insect cleaning and treatment
Surface cleaning - excessive built up dirt, , removal
Restoration services:
Varnish thining and/or removal
Removal of previous restoration if needed
Filling & integration of losses
Retouching
Revarnishing
Reconstruction of original decorative schemes
Restoration of decorative painting
Uncovering of ‘lost’ decoration
Frame restoration : cleaning, consolidation, casting and resplacing of missing ornementation. Minor guilding.
Condition reporting
Advice & consultation
