The central section to the top of this wonderful Middle Eastern Gaming Table had been covered with a large wooden disk where, for many years vases of flowers were placed. An inherited piece, the client was curious to see what was beneath it and so the decision was made to remove it.
Easing the adhesive which
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This project involved the reconstruction of four mahogany panelled doors of unequal size into four doors of the same height and width. The fielded panels were constructed of mahogany ground timber, veneered and cross-banded with figured mahogany and held in a beautifully moulded frame. Each of the six panels per door required a reduction of
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This lovely oak settle had enjoyed a busy and useful life over many years but now required extensive work. The frame, patched in places and held with the occasional 'added' screw or nail, needed careful dismantling before work could begin. The original legs had disappeared some time ago and now the carcase was resting on
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Not all furniture survives a severe flood, but fortunately, most antique furniture can be restored back to pre-incident condition. This chest of drawers stood in flood water for many days before being rescued. In a dry, unheated environment with gentle air circulation, the chest was allowed to 'settle' before any work could begin. After a
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