Ceramics

Can Pure White Porcelain Be Restored? Saving a Royal Worcester Figurine

When a treasured porcelain figure is accidentally smashed into dozens of pieces,...

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Terre de Fer: Ironstone China Value, Care and Professional Restoration 

Ironstone ceramics are a cornerstone of 19th century pottery, valued for durability,...

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A Study in Mortality: Restoration of a Bone Figurine

It began with an enquiry about a small but remarkable skeleton sculpture....

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Limestone Sculpture: History, Care & Professional Restoration

Across millennia of human history, limestone has been shaped into everything from...

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Sculpture & Decorative Arts: The Definitive Glossary of Art Materials & Techniques

Our comprehensive fine art glossary brings together the full spectrum of traditional...

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Korean Celadon: Craftsmanship, Care & Value of Goryeo Ceramics

Prior to the divided history of Korea, the country was united under...

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Ceramic Vase Restoration: From 30 Pieces to Impeccable Finish

This ceramic vase restoration was one of our more unusual and complex...

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Delft Blue: An Expert Guide to Dutch Ceramics 

Today, ceramics from Delft are highly collectable. The classic blue and white...

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Ancient objects, modern hazards: preserving artefacts in private collections

Many people expect that items from the ancient world are safely kept...

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Charger plates: the history and restoration of antique tableware

Fine dining often calls for a luxurious table setting. One of the...

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Sipping in style: tea caddy restoration, history and preservation

In the mid 17th century, tea drinking was popularised in England by...

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Valuable vessels: the history, value and restoration of ceramic vases

Whether it is made of fine porcelain or rough terracotta, a vase...

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Romanov opulence: the history, value and restoration of Fabergé Eggs

Some of the most unusual items to enter our conservation studio are...

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Iridescent artefacts: preserving Syrian Glass for The Paisley Museum & Art Gallery

Museum collections often require the attention of a conservator, whether this is...

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Conservation curiosities: the jardinière

Welcome back to our conservation curiosities series where we look into some...

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Marble marvels: the care and restoration of marble sculptures

As one of the earliest mediums in western art history, marble has...

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Doll restoration: the history and preservation of childhood companions

Every generation has been influenced by the unique toys and games of...

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Welcome to New Canton: the history and restoration of Bow Porcelain 

Tied with Chelsea as the first porcelain factory in England, Bow was...

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Jasperware, creamware and black basalt: protecting Wedgwood ceramics

The story of Wedgwood is not only one of great creative influence,...

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Identifying Wedgwood: maker’s marks and dates

Wedgwood has been one of the most influential and popular ceramic brands...

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