ANTIQUE & FINE FURNITURE
All types of condition defects in antique and fine furniture ranging from simple country work to the most elaborate salon masterpieces are routinely and successfully
treated in our expertly staffed and well equipped labs. Our artisans and highly skilled crafts persons provide world class treatments which satisfy the criteria of the most discerning collectors and entrepreneurs.
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The Chevy Chase Sideboard, post treatment
The Chevy Chase Sideboard
Gerrard Robinson, c.1863
A magnificent example of Victorian master craftsmanship, this sideboard tells the story of the medieval Ballad of the Chevy Chase. Its meticulous detailing has made the Chevy Chase sideboard an icon of Victorian furniture, and this piece is considered by many to be the finest work created during the 19th century.
Damaged by water during Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the sideboard was brought to The Center for careful restoration of its deteriorated, warped and discolored surfaces. Treatment included cleaning, flattening and securing bowed and loose veneers, securing lost and damaged joints, closing and filling splits and other restoration techniques.
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Post treatment, details
Post treatment: Ancestral shrine, Meiji c.1867-1912. Japan, Black Lacquer, gold leaf, hand tooled gilt copper mounts
Post treatment: Notable 19th century vitrine, masterpiece by Francois Linke
Post treatment: Notable 19th century Pollard Oak sideboard, masterpiece by F. Thomas
Post treatment: Early 19th century George III mahogany pedestal dining table
In progress: English side table, mid-18th century
Post treatment: Neoclassical style side chairs, 19th century
Post treatment: Neoclassical style corner cabinet, 19th century
Post treatment: French style arm chairs, 19th century
Post treatment: Neoclassical style drop-leaf table, 19th century
Post treatment: 18th century walnut Armoire with carved Rococo decoration
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Pretreatment: (detail) table top inlay |
Post treatment: (detail) table top inlay |
"I had to write this note of thanks to you and the team. The chairs are absolutely stunning. The damaged wood has been polished and smoothed to blend with the other wood and now has the look and feel of a lovingly worn surface wih a rich patina. The quality of the finished upholstery work is superb with its perfectly stitched tight corners and graceful cord welting. The mohair I selected was a perfect compliment to the era of the chairs but the upholsterer did magic with the application. Please extend my thanks to anyone involved in this project. I could not be more pleased."
~ Private Client, June, 2008
