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“Portrait of Rose”
by Kenneth Frazier 1867-1949, courtesy private collection
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This painting was brought to us by a client, who noticed some discolored paint in the flesh area above the gown, and wanted it removed. Once we started dissolving the top layer of paint in this area, we noticed that the chest, gown, and both arms had been crudely repainted and a veil added. At this point we consulted with the owner of the portrait who boldly asked us to continue. It was, however, a gamble.
The more re-painted surfaces we removed the more of the original work could be seen and the quality of the painting hinted to be much greater than when the owner purchased it. The final image reveals the artist’s original intent, no veil, gloved arms, a two-inch shift in the position of one arm and a better-observed dress. A French chair appears in the background. The result was, as one can see from the final image, a far superior and compelling work of art.
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King
Olav IV's Hebe
Paintings
of sailing vessels from the 17th through the 20th century have
been an inspiration to me for nearly my entire life, but one
in particular I can never forget. During my first year of business,
over 25 years ago, an incredible ship portrait of the bark HEBE
arrived for restoration from Vesterheim, the Norwegian-American
Museum in Decorah, Iowa . The HEBE had brought Norwegian immigrants
to this country in the 19th century, and the painting was given
the museum by King Olav IV. This maritime painting was the first
of a great many which we have restored for our clients.
Photo Courtesy of Vesterheim Norwegian-American
Museum
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Peter
Williams/Museum Services
30 Ipswich Street • Boston, MA 02215 • USA
Telephone: 617-536-4092 • Fax: 617-536-7119
e-mail: [email protected]
Business Hours: M-F 10-4 by appointment
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