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with many other items in 1922, were rediscovered
and photographed by Zardi & Zardi, using a technique
involving ultra-high-resolution photography. The digital
files were then edited and printed onto a heavy
wide-width wallpaper, providing a realistic representation
of the original tapestries.
The original marble fireplace surrounds were also
rediscovered and, using digital 3D scans, replicas were
painstakingly recreated by Refinery, handcrafted in timber
to provide a true representation of the originals. Specialist
decorators applied the finish to the timber, to match the
appearance of the originals, including exact veining of the
marble.
Conservation
We specialise in the thoughtful
conservation and repair of historic buildings.
Elaborate joinery including doors, chair rails, skirtings,
architraves and overdoor pediments, have been repaired
and restored by Chroma, informed by specialist paint
analysis to recreate the original decorative scheme.
Mechanical and electrical services have been upgraded
and sensitively incorporated into the room by Martin
Thomas Associates.
Stone masonry - Carpentry - Roofing
Lang Conservation Ltd
info@langconservation.co.uk
www.langconservation.co.uk
The result is, in the words of Dr Anthony Wallersteiner,
Head of the Stowe Group, “the most spectacular school
dining room in the world”.
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