Conservation of Paintings and Icons



Lilacs

Belle Morrison (American); late 19th century
16" x 19 ¾"
Oil on canvas
Private collection, Jersey City

1. Before painting restoration. Paint loss obliterates an area of the painting.

2. During painting restoration (detail). After flattening the canvas, a new chalk filling replaced the missing ground layer, and the yellowed varnish was removed.

3. After painting restoration. After reconstructive retouching of the damaged area, the painting was revarnished.

4. After painting restoration (detail).


© 2002-2011 Olga Nikolic-Litwin, Conservation of Paintings and Icons, NYC, New York