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ANTIQUE FURNITURE RESTORATION DISCUSSION BOARD
Posted By: Jim Cole (64-40-66-29.dialup.mebtel.net)
In Response To: 1890 french mirror frame (Hannah Walley)
Date: 1/7/3 17:50
Probably what you are seeing is a layer of gesso which was put over the plaster to provide a smooth surface for paint or gilding. I do not know if you can get commercially prepared gesso in England or not, but it is commonly available here through art supply stores.
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