CERAMIC
RESTORATION PROCESS
Sergio Bustamante
Ceramic and Metal Parrot
Jeff received this Ceramic and Metal Parrot in many pieces – especially small pieces. His client reported the broken Parrot fell off its perch and needed help. What a pleasant surprise for his client when she received her flawless, restored Parrot!
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1
Before
Many broken pieces needed Jeff’s attention!
2
During
The Parrot had to be cemented and rebuilt from the inside out.
3
During
It was patched and sanded several times for a smooth surface.
4
After
Next it was painted to restore all the feather detailing exactly as the original. This takes precise skills and patience!
5
After
The Parrot’s head and eyes were painted with more detail.
6
After
Jeff restored the Parrot to its original condition. All the feather detailing was restored to perfection.
7
After
The sculpture looks as if it was never damaged. What a restoration is supposed to be when it's completed – flawless!