This painting came to us in pretty bad shape. It had at one time been rolled up and probably shipped in a non protective way. It was cracked, and folded in many places, which ruined the paint. The entire surface of this painting suffered one problem or another, all in all, quite a problem.
We had a lot to do with this one, but it came out really nice, and the customer was pleasantly surprised and quite happy. We also re-stretched this one so it was more secure than before.
Here are some before and after shots of this restoration.
Before restoration and un-stretched.
Details of scratches and other problems in the face.
Painting restored.
After restoration with canvas newly stretched.
Before and after.