The most painstaking of the restoration trades, japanning and lacquer restoration require an understanding of centuries old techniques and both eastern and western materials. Our restorers have the expertise to consolidate and match surfaces, including traditional Chinese lacquer screens, Export furniture, Chinoiserie and Japanned decorated furniture  and objects along with American decorated painted pieces.

SERVICES INCLUDE

• Reversing effects of climate and environmental damage.

• Analysis of pigments and painted finishes

• Consolidation of flaking surfaces and arresting of unstable surfaces

• Filling and replication of textured and raised surfaces.