Louis XVI style oval carved gilt wood framed mirrors with two-branch candle arms, bow knot and wrapped ribbon design, electrified. France, early 20th century.

Location: MAISON FELICE. 73960 El Paseo, Palm Desert. CA.

Beginning stage:

1. Stucco is missing in various parts.

2. Several parts are glued incorrectly and some are loosed.
3. The surface has lost most of the gold.

Task.

1. Cleaning of entire surface.
2. Reattach all detached pieces.

3. Filling of crevices with stucco and sealing.
4. Application of Bol and gold leaf.
5. Application of patina.

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