AXA ART takes you through the restoration process
AXA ART teams up with specialist conservator, Julia Nagle, to restore a torn Albrecht Adam painting
Amidst the excitement of purchasing a new piece of art it can be difficult to bear in mind the possibilities of loss or damage that face your new investment. However, if through unforeseen circumstances your prized art is damaged and you have to make a claim, have you ever wondered if this will be the last you will see of your artwork? AXA ART always aims to have art restored to the best condition possible before any further action is taken.
Fine art restorer and conservator, Julia Nagle, has an MA in ‘Conservation of Fine Art’ from the University of Northumbria and has gained years of experience at museums and galleries such as Tate and The Serpentine. In 1993 Julia set up her own practice that is accredited by ICON (The Institute for Conservation) and deals with paintings on canvas, wood and metal of all ages. Alongside Julia’s practical work she is also an assessor for the Professional Accreditation of conservators across all disciplines, and has worked as a senior lecturer at University College London and a freelance conservator at the University of Cambridge. Julia annually takes on interns at her studio in east London which is one of a few studios that provides specialist expertise in the conservation of contemporary and modern art.
Over the next few weeks we will follow a torn oil painting’s journey through the restoration process - Une scene de course de plat en Baviere by Albrecht Adam - which was dropped on the floor at an art dealer’s. The painting will go through several stages of work, with the aim to restore the painting to its full glory. AXA ART will follow the painting’s progress from start to finish, documenting each phase.
Damaged art can lose a significant amount of its market value highlighting the need to protect your art and to choose the most appropriate cover. AXA ART specialises in high value home contents and buildings, art, collectables and musical instruments and caters for private collectors, dealers, museums and exhibitions both in the UK and internationally. All of our policies cover restoration and repair cover, and depreciation, following loss or damage.