Laboratory for Scientfic Restoration of Sculpture and Coloured Stones

Tripod

Late 18th century

Italy

Yellow striped marble

Before and after restoration

In the photograph:
1. the tripod bowl before restoration;
2. disassembly of all elements of the tripod in the process of restoration, washing the surface of the marble;
3. the tripod bowl after restoration: assembly has been performed using high-durable glues and fastenings; the seams, chips and dents have been smoothed over with mastic and lost parts redone.