Our Portfolio
A selection of our work in sculpture and antiques restoration, conservation, appraisal, and authentication.
Marble Bust Restoration
A family heirloom marble bust with significant surface damage and a cracked base. We restored structural integrity, repaired the base, and cleaned decades of accumulated grime to reveal the original warm Carrara marble tone beneath.
- Structural crack repair with marble-compatible epoxy
- Surface cleaning and patina preservation
- Base reconstruction and reinforcement
- Period-appropriate finishing
19th-Century Writing Desk Conservation
An American Federal-style writing desk with lifting veneer, inactive woodworm damage, and a darkened original finish. We stabilized the veneer, treated the wood, and carefully cleaned the finish without stripping its historic character.
- Veneer stabilization and re-adhesion
- Wood consolidation treatment
- Historic finish cleaning and waxing
- Brass hardware cleaning and lacquering
Bronze Sculpture Appraisal & Authentication
A client inherited a bronze sculpture with no documentation. Through stylistic analysis, foundry mark identification, and comparative research, we attributed the work to an American sculptor active in the 1920s and provided a formal appraisal report for insurance and estate purposes.
- Foundry mark identification and dating
- Stylistic and comparative analysis
- Market value assessment
- Full documented appraisal report
Estate Collection Assessment
A Pittsburgh family inherited a mixed collection of furniture, decorative arts, and collectibles spanning three centuries. We catalogued over 80 pieces, identified significant items, provided market context, and helped the family decide which pieces to keep, sell at auction, or donate.
- Full collection inventory and photography
- Period and origin identification
- Market value ranges for insurance
- Auction consignment coordination
Gilded Frame Restoration
An ornate 19th-century gilded picture frame with missing composition ornament, flaking gesso, and tarnished gold leaf. We recreated the missing ornament sections, stabilized the gesso layer, and applied sympathetic gilding that blends seamlessly with the original.
- Composition ornament recreation
- Gesso consolidation and repair
- Water gilding and toning
- Protective finish application
Mid-Century Modern Furniture Restoration
A pair of Danish teak armchairs with loose joinery, faded finish, and worn upholstery. We disassembled, re-glued, and refinished the frames, then reupholstered with period-appropriate wool fabric selected by the client.
- Frame disassembly and re-glue
- Teak refinishing and oiling
- Custom upholstery in period fabric
- Joinery reinforcement
American Folk Art Carving Authentication
A piece purchased at an estate sale raised questions about age and origin. Our analysis confirmed it as a mid-19th century American folk art carving with distinctive regional characteristics, significantly increasing its documented value.
- Wood and tool mark analysis
- Regional style comparison
- Provenance research
- Authentication documentation
Insurance Appraisal Portfolio
A regular client needed updated insurance appraisals for a growing collection of antique furniture and decorative objects. We provided detailed condition reports, current market valuations, and professional photography for each piece for their insurance rider.
- Individual piece documentation
- Current market research and valuation
- Professional photography
- Insurance-ready appraisal reports