This antique photograph came to us after it was stored improperly. As a result, it had brittle, thin cardboard from aging, as well as torn pieces from improper handling and moving to boot. Because of the size and curvature of the board, this photo was not a candidate for scanning. Flatbed scanners could potentially cause more damage.
First, we arranged the torn pieces and edges in the correct spots. A high-resolution photograph was taken to start the process of digitally restoring the photograph. While working in photo-editing software, we edited small sections slowly moving, adding, and rearranging pixels.
By adding colors that match and blend seamlessly, we produced an organic, naturally looking digitally restored antique photograph. Minor color correcting was also done to reverse signs of aging. Lastly, we adjusted the perspective to correct the distortion of the camera lens. This particular photograph was re-printed using high-resolution Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 308. There are various paper choices to choose from for photo printing; however, we chose Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 308 to preserve the era and integrity of the image and because it is acid-free, lightfast, and extremely resistant to aging.
Do you or someone you know need photos, paintings, statues or collectibles, repaired, restored or cleaned? Contact Back in the Frame Art Restoration today to get your artwork back in the frame!
