Painting Restoration by picture restorer Alan Brown of The Original Artwork Store
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Picture restoration by professional painting restorer, picture cleaner, Alan Brown of:
The Original Artwork Store,
4a Graham Road, Malvern,Worcestershire, WR14 2HN
01684 577 899 / 07834419174
Painting Restoration
'Restoration' is a general term used to describe a range of processes that can be done to restore a painting to its original aesthetic appearance, including the replacement of lost paint in a sympathetic manner in keeping with the original.
Over time, the vibrancy and physical condition of oil paintings can be compromised by many factors — from years of tobacco smoke, smoke from fireplaces the effects of water damage, damage incurred during display or storage, darkening due to the chemical changes of the original protective varnish, and simply the slow, progressive deterioration caused by air born dust, with the dust from modern car tyres being a particular problem. “Restoration” is the general term used to describe a range of processes that can be done to restore an oil/acrylic painting to its original aesthetic appearance.
In broad terms, the processes involved in painting restoration include:
Painting cleaning - cleaning of dirt, smoke, and the accumulated “stuff” that adheres to the surface of a painting.
Original varnish removal, over time, varnish begins to darken, ‘it’s as if you are viewing the painting though amber-brown tinted glasses’. Combined with the accumulation of years of dirt, smoke and grime, the result is a painting that has become dark with many details obscured or lost.
The repair and stabilization of the picture support i.e. Wood panel, metal, paper, cardboard, composition board and canvas
Painting restoration is a work of art. The careful and precise mixing and application of paint, replicating the original artist’s technique, will allow a casual or trained viewer to enjoy a unified work of art.
Geoff Fellows
11:29 06 Nov 16
Came by an old family portrait in oils which had suffered at the hands of a person who didn't regard it as important. They even sold the frame! It was darkened with time and tobacco smoke.The painting is not of particular artistic merit, but it does have a good deal of sentimental value, so choosing someone to restore it was a rather fraught process. Whom to trust?Alan did a great job. It took him literally months to complete the work, but that didn't matter in the least, and in any case he told me in advance that it would take a while.He was very knowledgeable about the materials used and the best materials for him to use in the restoration, and the result is very pleasing.
shannon hill
18:00 09 Oct 16
Thank you for restoring my painting following my house fire. No hesitation in recommending your skills and expertise. Thank you Georgina hill
Mary Penn
13:48 14 May 16
It was a pleasure to meet Alan Brown. He took a lot of time and trouble to ensure my 2 paintings (brought back from India) would be protected as the canvases were not the usual quality. I was left in no doubt that my paintings were in safe hands. When I collected them I was delighted. The frames enhanced the paintings perfectly. I highly recommend his work. I will certainly be returning in the future.
Martyn Lello
16:04 13 Sep 16
I recently took a very dirty and dingy small painting (late 19th Century) to Alan for cleaning and restoration - he did a wonderful job. The painting has been brought back to life, as it were... it's as if light were shining out from it! I am very pleased with it indeed. I also asked Alan to frame it and he helped me to select a frame which I feel enhanced the painting very well. I would have no hesitation in recommending Alan's work, he really knows what he's doing.
John H
08:54 04 Nov 15
Alan Brown has just restored a rather ancient and dilapidated frame for us, and we are totally delighted with his work. The craftsmanship seems to us quite exceptional. Restoration was also, believe it or not, cheaper than reframing – incredible since the work involved re-casting broken plaster detail, repainting, resetting the glass, cleaning the mount, and even ‘ageing’ the finished product. Overall an excellent piece of work - and good value!
Frances Turberville
08:09 13 Nov 16
I inherited an oil painting which my mother bought many years ago. It had not been well treated and was in need of some TLC. Alan has done an excellent job and brought the picture to life again. I now feel happy to hang the picture on my wall. Thank you , Alan.
George Gent
17:44 17 Nov 16
Took Alan an oil on panel 1837 harvesting genre picture whose bad crack & inappropriate frame were made good in 4 months.
Alan Brown is very skilled,calm & obliging .
Ted Hearne
15:31 12 Feb 17
Alan's restoration/stabilisation & framing of my 19th C landscape painting is impressive and the care and pride taken in his work was evident throughout. I am very pleased with the result. The work took no longer than indicated at the outset and a minor defect (which I would never have noticed) in the new frame was drawn to my attention with the offer of either a price reduction or a complete new frame. I do not hesitate to recommend 'The Original Artwork Store and Alan Brown's professional and technical approach to the task.
Geoff Fellows
11:29 06 Nov 16
Came by an old family portrait in oils which had suffered at the hands of a person who didn't regard it as important. They even sold the frame! It was darkened with time and tobacco smoke.The painting is not of particular artistic merit, but it does have a good deal of sentimental value, so choosing someone to restore it was a rather fraught process. Whom to trust?Alan did a great job. It took him literally months to complete the work, but that didn't matter in the least, and in any case he told me in advance that it would take a while.He was very knowledgeable about the materials used and the best materials for him to use in the restoration, and the result is very pleasing.
Frances Turberville
08:09 13 Nov 16
I inherited an oil painting which my mother bought many years ago. It had not been well treated and was in need of some TLC. Alan has done an excellent job and brought the picture to life again. I now feel happy to hang the picture on my wall. Thank you , Alan.
Martyn Lello
16:04 13 Sep 16
I recently took a very dirty and dingy small painting (late 19th Century) to Alan for cleaning and restoration - he did a wonderful job. The painting has been brought back to life, as it were... it's as if light were shining out from it! I am very pleased with it indeed. I also asked Alan to frame it and he helped me to select a frame which I feel enhanced the painting very well. I would have no hesitation in recommending Alan's work, he really knows what he's doing.
George Gent
17:44 17 Nov 16
Took Alan an oil on panel 1837 harvesting genre picture whose bad crack & inappropriate frame were made good in 4 months.
Alan Brown is very skilled,calm & obliging .
Mary Penn
13:48 14 May 16
It was a pleasure to meet Alan Brown. He took a lot of time and trouble to ensure my 2 paintings (brought back from India) would be protected as the canvases were not the usual quality. I was left in no doubt that my paintings were in safe hands. When I collected them I was delighted. The frames enhanced the paintings perfectly. I highly recommend his work. I will certainly be returning in the future.